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28 August 1996

Joint Tactics, Techniques,and Procedures forMortuary Affairs

in Joint Operations

Joint Pub 4-06

PREFACE

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1. Scope

This publication establishes joint doctrineand provides joint tactics, techniques, andprocedures (JTTP) for mortuary affairs in jointoperations to a joint force commander (JFC)and staff. It outlines procedures for the search,recovery, evacuation (to include tracking ofremains), tentative identification, processing,and/or temporary interment of remains intheaters of operations. This JTTP addressesdecontamination procedures for handlingcontaminated remains and provides for thehandling of personal effects of deceased andmissing personnel.

2. Purpose

This publication has been prepared underthe direction of the Chairman of the JointChiefs of Staff. It sets forth doctrine andselected joint tactics, techniques, andprocedures to govern the joint activities andperformance of the Armed Forces of theUnited States in joint operations and providesthe doctrinal basis for US militaryinvolvement in multinational and interagencyoperations. It provides military guidance forthe exercise of authority by combatantcommanders and other joint forcecommanders and prescribes doctrine andselected tactics, techniques, and proceduresfor joint operations and training. It providesmilitary guidance for use by the ArmedForces in preparing their appropriate plans.It is not the intent of this publication to restrictthe authority of the JFC from organizing theforce and executing the mission in a mannerthe JFC deems most appropriate to ensure

unity of effort in the accomplishment of theoverall mission.

3. Application

a. Doctrine and selected tactics, techniques,and procedures and guidance established inthis publication apply to the commandersof combatant commands, subunifiedcommands, joint task forces, and subordinatecomponents of these commands. Theseprinciples and guidance also may apply whensignificant forces of one Service are attachedto forces of another Service or whensignificant forces of one Service supportforces of another Service.

b. The guidance in this publication isauthoritative; as such, this doctrine (or JTTP)will be followed except when, in the judgmentof the commander, exceptional circumstancesdictate otherwise. If conflicts arise betweenthe contents of this publication and thecontents of Service publications, thispublication will take precedence for theactivities of joint forces unless the Chairmanof the Joint Chiefs of Staff, normally incoordination with the other members of theJoint Chiefs of Staff, has provided morecurrent and specific guidance. Commandersof forces operating as part of a multinational(alliance or coalition) military commandshould follow multinational doctrine andprocedures ratified by the United States. Fordoctrine and procedures not ratified by theUnited States, commanders should evaluateand follow the multinational command’sdoctrine and procedures, where applicable.

CARLTON W. FULFORD, JR. Major General, USMC Vice Director, Joint Staff

For the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff:

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CHAPTER ITHE MORTUARY AFFAIRS PROGRAM

• Purpose..................................................................................................................... I-1• Overview.................................................................................................................. I-1• Mortuary Affairs Policy............................................................................................ I-2• The Joint Mortuary Affairs Program......................................................................... I-2• Responsibilities......................................................................................................... I-3• Planning Considerations............................................................................................ I-5• Training .................................................................................................................... I-6• Communication and Interoperability......................................................................... I-6• Public Affairs............................................................................................................ I-7

CHAPTER IICONTINENTAL US MORTUARY AFFAIRS ARRANGEMENTS

• Purpose.................................................................................................................... II-1• Overview................................................................................................................. II-1• Organizations Supporting Mortuary Affairs............................................................. II-1• Military Mass-Fatality Incidents................................................................................II-3• Civilian Mass-Fatality Incidents.............................................................................. II-3

CHAPTER IIITHEATER MORTUARY AFFAIRS SUPPORT

• Purpose.................................................................................................................. III-1• Overview............................................................................................................... III-1• Theater Organization for Support........................................................................... III-1

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A Mortuary Affairs Procedures for the Search, Recovery, Tentative Identification, Evacuation, and Accountability of Remains............................ A-1

•Purpose.............................................................................................................. A-1•Overview........................................................................................................... A-1•General Guidance.............................................................................................. A-1•Search, Recovery, Tentative Identification, and Evacuation Operations.............. A-2

B Personal Effects.................................................................................................. B-1•Purpose............................................................................................................... B-1•Overview............................................................................................................ B-1•General Guidance............................................................................................... B-1

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•Personal Effects.................................................................................................. B-1•Personal Effects Depot........................................................................................ B-2

C Interment and Disinterment................................................................................ C-1•Purpose............................................................................................................... C-1•Overview............................................................................................................. C-1•General Guidance................................................................................................ C-1•Site Selection...................................................................................................... C-2•Interment Procedures.......................................................................................... C-2•Committal at Sea................................................................................................. C-5•Isolated Interments............................................................................................. C-6•Disinterment....................................................................................................... C-6

D Decontamination of Human Remains................................................................. D-1•Purpose.............................................................................................................. D-1•Overview............................................................................................................ D-1•Concept of the Operation................................................................................... D-1•Responsibilities.................................................................................................. D-2•Planning Considerations.................................................................................... D-3•Site Selection..................................................................................................... D-5•Facility Layout................................................................................................... D-5•Chemical Decontamination Operations.............................................................. D-5•Safety and Sanitation........................................................................................ D-18•Biological Contamination................................................................................. D-19•Nuclear Contamination..................................................................................... D-20•Collection Point Decontamination Team Procedures....................................... D-22•Collection Point Procedures for Decomposed, Fragmented or Mutilated

Remains Exposed to NBC Contamination ................................................ D-22Annex A Operation Project Stock................................................................ D-A-1Annex B Guidance for Mixing Decontamination Solution............................ D-B-1Annex C Test Kits and Monitoring Devices................................................. D-C-1Annex D Subject Matter Expert Point of Contact List.................................. D-D-1

E Personal Health and Sanitation......................................................................... E-1•Purpose............... ................................................................................................ E-1•Overview............. ............................................................................................... E-1•Guidelines and Procedures................................................................................. E-1

F Memorial Ceremony for Non-Clergy Use in Temporary Interment Situations..... F-1G International Agreements and Memorandums of Understanding........................ G-1H Mortuary Affairs Support for Foreign Humanitarian Assistance Operations....... H-1J References........................................................................................................... J-1K Administrative Instructions................................................................................ K-1

GLOSSARY

Part I Abbreviations and Acronyms................................................................... GL-1Part II Terms and Definitions.............................................................................. GL-3

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A-1 Example of a Straight-Line Box Search........................................................ A-4A-2 Search and Recovery Tag for Remains......................................................... A-7A-3 DD Form 1380, US Field Medical Card....................................................... A-8A-4 DD Form 567, Record of Search and Recovery............................................ A-9A-5 DD Form 565, Statement of Recognition of Deceased................................. A-10A-6 Sample Recovery Site Sketch...................................................................... A-11A-7 DD Form 1074, Questionnaire of Local Inhabitants..................................... A-12A-8 Search and Recovery Tag for Portions......................................................... A-13A-9 Search and Recovery Tag for Unassociated Personal Effects....................... A-14A-10 Multiple Remains Recovery Site Sketch...................................................... A-15A-11 Aircraft Crash Sketch.................................................................................. A-16A-12 Aircraft Crash Sketch (Using Grid System)................................................. A-17A-13 Evacuation Channels for Remains............................................................... A-19A-14 Sample Layout of a Collection Point........................................................... A-21A-15 DD Form 1077, Collection Point Register of Deceased Personnel............... A-22A-16 Evacuation Tag (Remains)........................................................................... A-23A-17 Evacuation Tag (Portions)........................................................................... A-24A-18 Evacuation Tag, Individual Portions for

Inclusion Inside a Pouch Containing Several Portions.............................. A-25A-19 Sample 3x5 Alpha Index Card..................................................................... A-26A-20 DD Form 1075, Convoy List of Remains of Deceased Personnel................ A-27A-21 DD Form 1380 or DD Form 2064, Certificate of Death Overseas................ A-28A-22 DD Form 894, Record of Identification Processing-Fingerprint Chart....... A-30A-23 AF Form 137, Footprint Record................................................................. A-31A-24 DD Form 890, Record of Identification Processing-Effects

and Physical Data................................................................................... A-32A-25 DD Form 1076, Military Operations-Records of

Personal Effects of Deceased Personnel.................................................. A-33A-26 Evacuation Tag, Unassociated Personal Effects.......................................... A-34A-27 Suggested Layout of Theater Mortuary Evacuation Point.......................... A-37A-28 Suggested Format for Theater Mortuary Evacuation Log Book................. A-38A-29 DD Form 1384, Transportation Control and Movements Document......... A-41A-30a DD Form 1387, Military Shipment Label.................................................. A-42A-30b DD Form 1387-2, Special Handling Data/Certification............................. A-43A-31 AF Form 127, Traffic Transfer Receipt...................................................... A-44B-1 Personal Property Evacuation Number Tag................................................... B-4B-2 Flow of Personal Effects and Property........................................................... B-5B-3 Suggested Layout for a Personal Effects Depot............................................. B-7B-4 Suggested Format for Personal Effects Depot Log Book............................... B-9B-5 Suggested Format for Certificate of Destruction.......................................... B-11C-1 Diagram of Interment Site............................................................................ C-2C-2 DD Form 1079, Interment/Disinterment Register......................................... C-3C-3 Interment Processing Tag.............................................................................. C-4D-1 Personnel Required for the Mortuary Affairs

Decontamination Collection Point............................................................ D-4D-2 Suggested Mortuary Affairs Decontamination Hotline Layout..................... D-6

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D-3 Suggested Reception Station Layout............................................................ D-9D-4 Suggested Water/Rinse Station Layout........................................................ D-11D-5 Tank/Pump Unit Layout............................................................................. D-13D-6 Suggested Detection/QC Release Station Layout....................................... D-14D-7 Suggested Release Station Layout...............................................................D-15D-B-1 Water to Decontaminating Chemical Mix (Supertropic Bleach

or High Test Hypochlorite)..................................................................... D-B-1D-B-2 Water to Decontaminating Chemical Mix (Sodium Hypochlorite)............ D-B-1

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The Joint Mortuary AffairsProgram is a broadly basedmilitary program providingfor the necessary care anddisposition of missing anddeceased personnel,including personal effects.

Mortuary affairs supportmust be responsive and ableto provide support acrossthe full range of militaryoperations.

Based upon the guidance and direction of the NationalCommand Authorities, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs ofStaff (CJCS) provides direction and policy to the combatantcommands who, in turn, develop implementation plans basedon the CJCS doctrine. Each Military Department develops itsown Service-unique doctrine in consonance with approvedjoint doctrine. The Joint Mortuary Affairs Program providessupport across the full range of military operations and isdivided into three distinct programs. Under the currentdeath program, remains are shipped to a place designated bythe person authorized to direct permanent disposition and areprovided with professional mortuary services, supplies, andrelated services. The graves registration program providesfor search, recovery, tentative identification, and evacuationor temporary burial of deceased personnel. The concurrentreturn program is the preferred method of handling duringperiods of conflict. It should be activated when the currentdeath program capabilities are exceeded, yet conditions donot require temporary interment. The Army, Navy, Air Force,and Marine Corps all maintain a mortuary force structurecapability to provide support during operations and areresponsible for collecting and maintaining informationconcerning the deceased and missing.

Prior coordination with the United States TransportationCommand should be made to arrange for evacuation ofremains to the continental US. Units capable of providingmortuary affairs support should be scheduled on the time-phased force and deployment list to arrive at the beginning ofany operation. Active duty mortuary affairs units should beable to sustain operations until reserve units can arrive. Thelack of mortuary affairs support during the initial stages ofthe operation could adversely affect troop morale, familynotification, and the personnel replacement system. Asexecutive agent, the Army manages the development and

The Mortuary Affairs Program

Discusses the Mortuary Affairs Program

Covers Continental United States Mortuary Affairs Arrangements

Reviews Theater Mortuary Affairs Support

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The mortuary affairsprogram is designed tosupport all militaryoperations other than warand war to include massmilitary and civilian fatalitysituations.

Geographic combatantcommanders have primaryresponsibility for theplanning, coordination, andestablishment of mortuaryaffairs support.

obtains CJCS approval of joint mortuary affairs doctrine,procedures, and training materials for use by all Services.The Army takes necessary measures leading to theestablishment of a doctrine and training integration centerfor all Services. Effective command, control, communications,and computers systems are vital to planning and conductingsuccessful mortuary affairs programs. The public release ofinformation on casualties will be in accordance with theServices’ policies and procedures.

Each Service is responsible for mortuary affairs supportfor its own personnel. Direct initial contact with familymembers of deceased personnel will be performed by the parentService. The Army maintains the Central Joint MortuaryAffairs Office, which functions as a coordinating groupconsisting of Colonel or Navy Captain level representativesfrom the Army, Navy, Air Force, Joint Staff LogisticsDirectorate, and the Armed Forces Medical Examiner(AFME). The US Army Central Identification Laboratory,Hawaii has the mission to search, recover, and identify theremains resulting from previous wars as well as humanitarianmissions and other conflicts and operations as directed bycompetent authority. The Office of the AFME authorizesmedical investigations, including an autopsy, of the death ofany military member serving on active duty. Port-of-entrymortuary facilities (Dover and Travis Air Force Bases) handlemost remains returned from outside the continental US. Massmilitary or civilian fatality incidents also require themilitary mortuary affairs support.

Geographic combatant commanders are responsible forcontrolling and coordinating mortuary affairs operationsfor the search, recovery, tentative identification, care, andevacuation of deceased personnel within their theaters. Theresponsibility extends not only to deceased personnel of USforces but also to friendly, third country, and enemy dead,and pertains to both military and civilian mass-fatalityincidents. All geographic combatant commands providemortuary affairs support. Plans for mortuary affairsoperations vary depending on the size and location of thetheater. Combatant commanders require proper staffing,planning, and coordination during peacetime in order topermit the orderly transition to and from war. Commandersof geographic combatant commands will establish a Joint

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Mortuary Affairs Office (JMAO) within their commandsto provide oversight of mortuary affairs support. Duringmilitary operations other than war, peacetime mass-fatality,or politically sensitive incidents, the combatant commanderwill determine if, when, and for how long the JMAO will beactivated. The mortuary affairs collection point, theatermortuary evacuation point, personal effects (PE) depot, andthe continental US port-of-entry military mortuary facilitiesfunction to support the mortuary affairs program.

This publication establishes joint doctrine and provides jointtactics, techniques, and procedures (JTTP) for mortuary affairsin joint operations for a joint force commander and staff. Itoutlines procedures for the search, recovery, evacuation (toinclude tracking of remains), tentative identification,processing, and/or temporary interment of remains in theatersof operations. This JTTP addresses decontaminationprocedures for handling contaminated remains and providesfor the handling of PE of deceased and missing personnel.

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1. Purpose

This chapter provides an introduction tothe joint tactics, techniques, and procedures(JTTP) that govern the planning and conductof the Joint Mortuary Affairs Program.

2. Overview

The Joint Mortuary Affairs Program is abroadly based military program providing forthe necessary care and disposition of missingand deceased personnel, including personaleffects (PE). Based upon the guidance anddirection of the National CommandAuthorities, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefsof Staff (CJCS) provides guidance and policyto the combatant commands and MilitaryDepartments. The combatant commanders

“There be of them that have left a name behind them. And some there bewhich have no memorial...Their bodies are buried in peace; but their nameliveth for evermore.”

Ecclesiasticus, XLIV

develop implementation plans based on theCJCS policy and doctrine. Each MilitaryDepartment implements the doctrine. TheJoint Mortuary Affairs Program providessupport across the full range of militaryoperations for the following.

a. Search, recovery, tentative identification,evacuation and, when required, temporaryinterment, disinterment, and reintermentof deceased US military and civilianpersonnel as well as friendly and enemy dead.

b. Establishment and operation ofmortuary affairs facilities during militaryoperations. Mortuary affairs facilities includecollection points (CP), theater mortuaryevacuation points (TMEP), militarymortuaries, and interment sites.

Mortuary Affairs Specialists evacuate remains from the Central IdentificationLaboratory.

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c. Collection, inventory, storage, andprocessing PE of deceased and missing USpersonnel and deceased friendly and enemypersonnel.

d. Operation of permanent port-of-entry mortuary facilities in the continentalUS (CONUS) for the preparation of remainsand coordination of final disposition.

e. Preparation and coordination ofshipment of remains for final disposition.

f. Response to mass-fatality incidents.

3. Mortuary Affairs Policy

Policy states that the remains of allmembers of the Armed Forces of theUnited States will be returned forpermanent disposition according to thedirection of the person authorized to directdisposition of remains (PADD). (CJCSMemorandum of Policy 16, “Joint MortuaryAffairs Policy.”) In war and operations otherthan war, geographic combatant commanderswill determine if and when operationalconstraints necessitate a transition to aprogram of temporary interment in the areaof responsibility. When military necessityor other factors prevent evacuation of theremains of US military and civilianpersonnel, friendly, third country, or enemydead, the remains will be temporarilyinterred according to establishedprocedures. The geographic combatantcommander makes this decision. Allinterments performed within the scope ofsuch a program are temporary, except for at-sea disposition. Disinterment maycommence when evacuation of the remainsis operationally acceptable. Cremation isnot considered to be an option. The recovery,evacuation, tentative identification, and finaldisposition of deceased military and civilianpersonnel under the jurisdiction of the ArmedForces of the United States are command

responsibilities. For humanitarian, health,and morale reasons, this policy may beextended to the local populace fatalities.

4. The Joint Mortuary AffairsProgram

The Joint Mortuary Affairs Program isdivided into three distinct programs. Theseare the current death, graves registration,and concurrent return programs.

a. Current Death Program

• Under this program remains areshipped to a place designated by thePADD for permanent disposition. Thedecedent’s PE are shipped to the personlegally eligible to receive effects (PERE)in accordance with Service regulationsand procedures.

• The program provides for professionalmortuary services, supplies, andrelated services to statutory eligiblepersonnel. Disposition of PE is also partof this program.

• The program is operational worldwideduring peacetime. It may continue tooperate in theaters of operations duringmajor military operations depending onthe logistical and tactical situation.Geographic combatant commanders willmake this decision.

b. Graves Registration Program. Thegraves registration program provides forsearch, recovery, tentative identification,and evacuation of deceased personnel totemporary burial sites. Temporary burial isperformed only when authorized by theresponsible geographic combatantcommander during military operations. Thedisposition of PE is part of this program. Thisprogram should only be initiated when allother options have been exhausted.

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c. Concurrent Return Program

• This program is the preferred methodof handling remains during periods ofconflict. It should be activated when thecurrent death program capabilities areexceeded, yet conditions do not requiretemporary interment.

• Provides for the search, recovery, andevacuation of remains to a mortuary,where remains are identified andprepared as directed by the PADD andshipped to the final destination forpermanent disposition.

• The decedent’s PE will be shipped to thelegal recipient.

• Concurrent return program may bephased into either the current death orgraves registration programs as thesituation dictates.

5. Responsibilities

a. Executive agent (US Army). TheSecretary of the Army is designated as theexecutive agent for the Joint MortuaryAffairs Program.

• Policies, procedures, and reports requiredfor joint mortuary tasks will be uniformamong the Services. To this end, theArmy manages the coordination ofdoctrine, procedures, trainingmaterials, and policies for mortuaryaffairs tasks that are common to allServices, then obtains CJCS approval.

• The Army maintains a mortuaryaffairs force structure capable ofproviding support to its units andbackup general support (GS) to theother Services. The Army will providecollection and evacuation support to theother Services through its facilities. GSis defined as activities related to the

operation and maintenance of acentral CP, the handling of PE, andany mutually agreed-upon support.The force structure includes a peacetimeactive duty force that can respond to thesudden onset of hostilities or to peacetimemass-fatality disasters.

• As the executive agent, the Secretary ofthe Army maintains a Central JointMortuary Affairs Office (CJMAO) . TheCJMAO will function as a coordinatinggroup with representation from theDepartments of the Army, Navy, and AirForce, the Joint Staff Logistics Directorate(J-4), and the Armed Forces MedicalExaminer (AFME). Detailed proceduresand operations of the CJMAO are discussedin Chapter II, “Continental US MortuaryAffairs Arrangements.”

• To facilitate the transition to and fromwar, the Army maintains anddesignates a single office as point ofcontact (POC) to respond to mortuaryaffairs issues.

• During peacetime, the Army isresponsible for providing or arrangingmortuary affairs support for itsdeceased personnel.

• The Army maintains the capability toprovide technical assistance to otherServices. This technical assistance willbe provided when requested by theService concerned.

• The Army establishes a doctrine andtraining integration center for allJoint Tactics, Techniques, andProcedures.

• The Army Deputy Chief of Staff forLogistics serves as the centralizedmanager for human remains pouches,transfer cases, and other key mortuaryaffairs support materiel.

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• The Army operates a centralidentification laboratory for processingremains recovered from past conflicts.

b. US Navy Responsibilities

• The Navy maintains adequate mortuaryaffairs force structure to provide supportfor its units. Personnel are trained toprovide mortuary support. The Armyprovides ground force collection pointsupport and GS to Navy units whenrequested.

• During peacetime, the Navy provides orarranges mortuary affairs support forNavy and Marine Corps deceasedpersonnel. The Navy maintains thecapability to accomplish burials at sea.

• To facilitate the transition to and fromwar, the Navy maintains and designatesa single office as POC to respond tomortuary affairs issues.

• The Navy provides capabilities toevacuate deceased personnel from itsunits and other Services. The Navydevelops contingency plans to evacuateremains by surface from a theater ofoperations should air evacuation beinterrupted.

• The Navy provides the Army Office ofthe Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics(ODCSLOG) with a report ofrequirements, on-hand stockage levels,and shortages of mortuary affairssupplies and equipment stocked to supportjoint operation plans and militaryoperations other than war (MOOTW) onan annual basis. Reports are due to theArmy no later than 1 October of each year.

c. US Air Force Responsibilities

• The Air Force maintains a mortuaryaffairs structure capability to provide

support to its units. Personnel aretrained to provide mortuary support. TheArmy provides backup GS to Air Forceunits when requested.

• During peacetime, the Air Forceprovides or arranges mortuary affairssupport for its deceased personnel.

• To facilitate the transition to and fromwar, the Air Force maintains anddesignates a single office as POC torespond to mortuary affairs issues.

• The Air Force develops the capabilityto provide equipment, materiel, andpersonnel to evacuate the deceased ofall Services from a theater to CONUS.

• The Air Force operates and maintainsCONUS east and west coast port-of-entry military mortuary facilities insupport of all Services. These facilitiesperform the identification, medicalexamination, preparation, and shipment ofremains to final destination. They developcontingency plans to expand these facilitiesduring wartime and to support peacetimemass-fatality incidents.

d. US Marine Corps Responsibilities

• The Marine Corps maintains amortuary affairs force structurecapability to provide support duringoperations to Marine Corps units.Personnel are fully trained to providemortuary support. The Army providesback-up and GS support to Marine units.During amphibious operations, MarineCorps units coordinate all mortuaryaffairs actions with the commander,amphibious task force.

• To facilitate the transition to and fromwar, the Marine Corps maintains anddesignates a single office as POC torespond to mortuary affairs issues.

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• The Marine Corps provides the ArmyODCSLOG with a report ofrequirements, on-hand stockagelevels, and shortages of mortuary affairssupplies and equipment stocked to supportjoint operation plans and MOOTW on anannual basis. Reports are due to the Armyno later than 1 October of each year. Thisinformation will be coordinated with theNavy Mortuary Affairs Office.

e. In addition to providing or arrangingmortuary affairs support for deceased Servicepersonnel, each Service is also responsiblefor collecting and maintaining informationconcerning the deceased and missing of itsService. The Services provide informationconcerning deceased and missing personnelto the Joint Mortuary Affairs Office (JMAO).Antemortem identification media ismaintained by each Service in accordancewith Service policy. See subparagraph 6bfor the geographic combatant commandresponsibilities.

6. Planning Considerations

Mortuary affairs support must beresponsive and able to provide support acrossthe full range of military operations. Priorcoordination with US TransportationCommand (USTRANSCOM) should bemade to arrange for evacuation of remainsto CONUS. Units capable of providingmortuary affairs support should be scheduledon the time-phased force and deployment listto arrive at the beginning of any operation.Active duty mortuary affairs units should beable to sustain operations until reserve unitscan arrive. The lack of mortuary affairssupport during the initial stages of theoperation could adversely affect troop morale,family notification, and the personnelreplacement system.

a. Mortuary affairs support plans are basedon and designed to support the operationalrequirements of the command. Therefore,

mortuary affairs support plans may differ inscope, detail, objectives, and availableresources between commands. However, thepurpose for all mortuary support plans shouldbe to provide the required support.

b. Mortuary affairs support planners at alllevels should consider the following whenthey develop support plans.

• The exact number of fatalities that USmilitary forces will suffer across therange of military operations can never bepredicted beforehand. Therefore,mortuary affairs support plans at alllevels should be capable of adjustmentto meet unanticipated situations. Plansshould be reviewed and amended as newfacts become available, resources change,and other variables become apparent.Mortuary affairs support plans shouldbe kept simple, be achievable, andprovide timely and useful informationto those involved.

• Geographic combatant commanders areresponsible for ensuring the developmentof policies for the overall supervision ofall mortuary affairs matters. Thesepolicies should be included in the operationplans (OPLANs) for each command andshould include the following.

•• Providing broad guidance torespective Service or functionalcomponent commanders on mortuaryaffairs matters.

•• Designating an executive agentresponsible for the implementation of themortuary affairs support plan.Circumstances warranting theredesignation of the executive agent fromone Service to another should be included.

•• Establishing procedures forestablishing and operating a JMAO andsubarea offices as necessary.

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•• Providing procedural guidanceconcerning the transfer of friendly andenemy deceased personnel and theiraccompanying PE to the custody ofappropriate governments.

• Subordinate commanders areresponsible for ensuring that themortuary affairs support guidancefrom higher headquarters isimplemented in their overalloperational concept. Planning at thesubordinate command levels is moredetailed and should facilitate thefollowing.

•• Designating units and staff agenciesresponsible for the implementation of themortuary affairs support plan.

•• Assigning responsibility, authority,and working relationships for eachactivity designated by the support plan.

•• Providing specifics on how themortuary affairs support plan is to becarried out.

•• Providing specifics on logistic supportrequired to sustain operations.

•• Providing methods to monitor theflow of remains into and out of allmortuary affairs facilities on a dailybasis.

7. Training

a. As executive agent, the Army managesthe development and obtains CJCSapproval of joint mortuary affairsdoctrine, procedures, and trainingmaterials for use by all Services. The Armytakes necessary measures leading to theestablishment of a doctrine and trainingintegration center for all Joint Tactics,Techniques, and Procedures (JTTP). Themission of the training integration center is

to ensure that all Services teach the sameprocedures for those mortuary affairs tasksthat are common to all Services. This missionincludes developing standardized doctrineand training material for use by all Services.Inquiries regarding training material for use byall Services, training or doctrine may be directedto the Army. The US Army Mortuary AffairsCenter, a subordinate element of the ArmyQuartermaster Center and School, serves as theJoint Training and Doctrine Center.

b. The geographic combatant commanderhas the authority and responsibility toconduct sufficient joint training formortuary affairs within the command toensure effective conduct of joint operations.Subordinate joint force commanders ensurethat the mortuary affairs training is sufficientfor assigned forces to prepare for effectiveemployment. A joint force commander whois also a Service component commanderretains the responsibilities for Service training.The JTTP for mortuary affairs should beevaluated in CJCS and combatant commandsponsored exercises.

8. Communication andInteroperability

a. Effective command, control,communications, and computers (C4)systems are vital to planning andconducting successful mortuary affairsprograms. The mortuary affairs unit shouldbe able to communicate directly with thecasualty reporting personnel, and the C4system should be compatible with otherService and multinational systems. Inestablished alliances, specialized agenciesand procedures exist to address mortuaryaffairs. In other multinational operations,mortuary affairs arrangements have been orshould be established.

b. During multinational militaryoperations, difficulties could be encounteredin establishing a mortuary affairs system.

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notified. Therefore, in cases where there isor may be news media or public interest, theService’s procedures should ensure that theappropriate public affairs officer is advisedwhen the NOK have been notified. Thephotographing of remains is prohibitedunless specifically authorized for officialuse. Photographs which identify individualremains (i.e., photographs of case files and gravemarkers) are not authorized for public affairsuse. Photographs taken by or for the AFMEare authorized. All requests for information onthe deceased from PADD or other personsoutside an overseas area should be referred tothe appropriate Service Mortuary Affairs Office.Requests for similar information from personswithin the command should be sent to theJMAO for reply.

Existing standardization agreementsshould be used whenever possible.Differences in doctrine and training,equipment, culture, and language must beresolved and teamwork and trust developed.

9. Public Affairs

The public release of information oncasualties during peacetime should be inaccordance with the individual Service’spolicies and procedures. In the event of war,the public release of information should bein accordance with Department of Defense(DOD) policies and procedures. Thesepolicies and procedures should precludethe public release of casualty informationuntil the next of kin (NOK) have been

"Lest We Forget."

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1. Purpose

This chapter provides general informationfor CONUS mortuary affairs operations,including organizations for support andhandling of military and civilian mass-fatalitysituations.

2. Overview

The mortuary affairs program is designedto support war and MOOTW operations toinclude military and civilian mass-fatalitysituations. For non-contingency situationseach Service provides or arranges for supportfor its deceased personnel.

3. Organizations SupportingMortuary Affairs

a. Military Departments. Each Serviceis responsible for mortuary affairs supportfor its own personnel. Direct initial contactwith family members of deceased personnelis performed by the parent Service. All otheractions associated with mortuary affairs,including identification and the disposition ofremains and PE, may be conducted by mutualagreement between the Services as desired.

b. Central Joint Mortuary Affairs Office

• The Army maintains the CJMAO. TheCJMAO functions as a coordinatinggroup consisting of Colonel or NavyCaptain level representatives from theDepartments of the Army, Navy, Air

“And they who for their country dieShall fill an honored grave,

For glory lights the soldier’s tomb,And beauty weeps the brave.”

Joseph Rodman Drake,(to the Defenders of New Orleans, 1814)

Force, the Joint Staff J-4, and the AFME.The Army designates the Chairman ofthe CJMAO. In peacetime, the Navyrepresents the Marine Corps and, whenoperating as part of the Department ofthe Navy, the Coast Guard. In wartime,the Marine Corps is directly represented.

• The CJMAO meets at least twice a yearor at the call of the Chairman of theCJMAO to support special incidents.The mission of the CJMAO is topromote uniform Service policies,procedures, plans, and records for thedisposition of remains and PE. TheChairman of the CJMAO resolvesconflicts resulting during developmentof these policies and procedures. TheSecretary resolves routine issues. Thoseunresolved issues that address broaderpolicy or operational considerations maybe referred to the executive agent or theCJCS as appropriate.

• In the case of prolonged hostile action,the Chairman of the CJMAO determinesif there is a requirement to activate a full-time CJMAO. If activated, theCJMAO will become the governingbody from which mortuary affairswartime policy will be promulgated tothe Services. As a governing body, theCJMAO does not exercise command andcontrol over the Services mortuary affairsfunctions, personnel, and facilitiesduring wartime and contingencies.Command and control responsibilities

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are retained by the individual Servicesconducting the mortuary affairsfunctions. Conflicts in developingoperational direction should be referredto the Army and, if necessary, theChairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff forresolution.

• The Army develops appropriateregulations and procedures for theconduct of the CJMAO. Theseprocedures include appropriate chartersfor peacetime operation for the ArmedForces Identification Review Board(AFIRB), the Joint Task Force-FullAccounting, and the Services interfacewith the AFME. Functions of theCJMAO may include, but are not limitedto, disposition of records, postconflictdisposition of remains, PE programsand, as necessary, CONUS militarymortuary expansion. Peacetimeguidelines also include procedures forsupporting mass-fatality or politicallysensitive incidents.

c. US Army Central IdentificationLaboratory, Hawaii. US Army CentralIdentification Laboratory, Hawaii has themission to search, recover, and identify theremains resulting from previous wars and,as required, to assist with identification ofremains resulting from present conflicts. Theirrecommendations are reviewed by the AFIRB.

d. The Armed Forces MedicalExaminer. The roles and responsibilities ofthe Office of the Armed Forces MedicalExaminer (OAFME) are outlined in DODDirective 6010.16, “Armed Forces MedicalExaminer System,” and modified byMemorandum for Secretary of the Army,Secretary of the Navy, Secretary of the AirForce, from the Assistant Secretary of Defense(Health Affairs), subject: Memorandum ofInstruction concerning Procedures forConducting an Autopsy, dated 27 May 1994,

and implemented by multi-Service regulationAR 40-57/BUMEDINST5360.26/AFR 160-99, “Armed Forces Medical ExaminersSystem.” In general, the OAFME has theauthority to order a medical investigation,including an autopsy, of the death of anymilitary member serving on active dutywhere the federal government has exclusivejurisdictional authority , including where thecircumstances surrounding the death aresuspicious, unexpected, or unexplained. Inwartime, the OAFME will waivejurisdictional authority for deaths except whennecessary to determine the cause and mannerof death (such as sudden, unexpected death,homicide or suicide); to secure informationfor completion of military records; to protectthe welfare of the military community (suchas in the investigation of novel woundingagents or possible “friendly fire” incidents);or when the Service member is an aircrewmember and the death occurs during flightoperations (and not as a result of hostile fire).The Armed Forces Medical Examiner, inconsultation with relevant law enforcement,intelligence, or safety agencies, or at thedirection of the geographic combatant orsubordinate joint force commander, normallyhas the authority to order such autopsies inthe theater of operations or upon the returnof remains to other locations. The OAFMEhas the expertise in the fields of forensicsciences related to identification to provideconsultative support to the Services in theidentification process. These techniquesinclude anthropological comparison anddentition comparison technology. OAFMEalso provides medical certification for causeof death and manner of death. Services andcombatant commands may requestOAFME assistance in the identification ofany remains. Normally, the OAFMEoperates as a supporting agency to thesupported combatant command. TheOAFME coordinates with the combatantcommanders and Services to determine ifOAFME support is required.

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e. Port-of-Entry Mortuary Facilities.The east coast (Dover Air Force Base [AFB])and west coast (Travis AFB) port-of-entry

military mortuaries operated by the AirForce handle most remains returned fromoutside the continental US (OCONUS). Theremains are embalmed (if necessary), dressed,and casketed and prepared for shipment.Coordination is made with the Services toarrange for the disposition of the remains asdirected by the PADD. During militaryoperations or mass-fatality incidents, theCONUS military port mortuaries can beactivated to completely process remains. Thisprocessing can include autopsy and/ormedical examination when supported byOAFME. OAFME and the Federal Bureauof Investigation also provide support foridentification of remains as required.

4. Military Mass-FatalityIncidents

Mortuary affairs support in a mass-fatalityincident involves the occurrence of multipledeaths, normally ten or more.

a. During a military mass-fatalitysituation, if a Service’s mortuary affairs

requirement exceeds its organic capabilities,the executive agent will ensure that the

Department of the Army provides backupGS when requested by another Service.

b. The AFME provides medicolegal andforensic pathological and investigativesupport. If the incident occurs on aninstallation within CONUS, applicable statelaws concerning jurisdiction are followed.

c. In case of a mass-fatality incident, theArmy as executive agent (in coordinationwith the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs ofStaff) determines if there is a requirementto direct activation of a full-time CJMAO .Unless specified otherwise, the CJMAOoperates in accordance with subparagraph 3b,above.

5. Civilian Mass-FatalityIncidents

Military mortuary affairs forces representa significant asset available to civiliancommunities. In the event of mass disasters,when the requirement for mortuaryservices exceeds that available from the

Remains are returned to the port-of-entry mortuary facilities for final disposition.

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civilian community, mortuary affairs unitshave the capability to provide search,recovery, evacuation, and tentativeidentification services. The activation anduse of Air Force Port Mortuary(s) is an optionavailable to civilian authorities. Followingthese incidents, which usually occur withoutwarning and result in considerable confusion,there is generally a lack of sufficientpersonnel to handle the sensitive tasks ofcaring for the dead. The federal, state, andlocal governments may request DODassistance in a mass-fatality incident that doesnot involve military personnel. Militarysupport must be provided quickly andefficiently. Mortuary affairs units andpersonnel can provide valuable assistance to

federal, state, and local governments in theirtime of need.

a. If tasked to provide support, Servicesshould implement the guidance andprocedures set forth in this publication formission execution. The requesting agencyprovides the appropriate funding.

b. The procedures used by outside agenciesrequesting mortuary affairs support are foundin DOD Directive 3025.1, “Military Supportto Civil Authorities.” The Stafford Act alsoprovides the procedures for declaring anemergency or major disaster, as well as thetype and amount of federal assistanceavailable.

US Mortuary Affairs specialists assist in therecovery of remains after military and civilian mass-fatality incidents.

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1. Purpose

This chapter describes theater mortuaryaffairs requirements and activities involvedin the planning, coordination, andestablishment of mortuary affairs support tomeet these theater requirements.

2. Overview

Geographic combatant commanders areresponsible for controlling andcoordinating mortuary affairs operationsfor the search, recovery, tentativeidentification, care, and evacuation ofdeceased personnel within their theaters.The responsibility extends not only todeceased personnel of US forces, but also tofriendly, third country, and enemy dead. Forhumanitarian, health, and morale reasons, thisresponsibility may extend to the localpopulace. This responsibility also pertains toboth military and civilian mass-fatalityincidents. The mortuary affairs proceduresoutlined in this chapter may be used to supportmass-fatality incidents as well.

3. Theater Organization forSupport

a. Geographic Combatant Commanders’Considerations. Geographic combatantcommanders’ duties include the following.

• Designating a Service component toprovide an executive agent for theTheater Mortuary Affairs SupportProgram. The Army componentcommander is routinely designatedexecutive agent for the combatantcommander.

• Selecting a mortuary affairs programto provide the necessary support anddetermining if and when a transfer to oneof the other programs is in order.

• Giving authoritative direction andguidance on mortuary affairs to allassigned and attached forces.

• Assigning responsibilities, tasks,assets, and organizing commands asnecessary to execute the mortuary affairsmission. The combatant commandermay relieve any unit or command of allor a portion of its mortuary affairsresponsibilities, or may increase thoseresponsibilities as the situation dictates.

• Establishing a JMAO within theircommands to provide oversight ofmortuary affairs support. DuringMOOTW, peacetime mass-fatality, orpolitically sensitive incidents, thecommander will determine if, when, andfor how long the JMAO will be activated.

b. Mass-Fatality Considerations.Mortuary affairs support in a peacetime mass-fatality incident involves the occurrence ofmultiple deaths. Politically sensitive deathsrelate to incidents where the death of one ormore particular individuals attractsinternational concern or media attention.Geographic combatant commanders areresponsible for the proper execution ofmortuary affairs when such events occurwithin their area of responsibility (AOR).This includes coordinating the supervisionand execution of matters pertaining to thesearch for, recovery, and evacuation ofremains to a military mortuary, either within

“Sleep in peace, slain in your country’s wars!”

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their AOR or in CONUS, and for thecollection and processing of the PE of thedead. This also includes coordination withthe host nation, the Department of State, andthe Country Team.

• Coordination with the OAFME ismandatory in all peacetime mass-fatality or politically sensitive incidents,CONUS or OCONUS.

• In determining the evacuation of remainsfrom a peacetime mass-fatality incidentor politically sensitive event overseas,consideration should be given totransporting the remains from theplace of incident to a CONUS port-of-entry military mortuary (Dover orTravis AFB) for identification andpreparation. In coordination with theapplicable Services and the AFME, thecombatant commander in whose AORthe incident occurred is the finalauthority for this decision.

• The geographic combatant commanderin whose AOR the loss of personneloccurred is responsible for executingthe recovery phase of the operation,regardless of the Service of the deceased.To the extent possible, the combatantcommander in whose AOR the deathoccurred notifies the commander of thedeceased concerning all evacuationactions.

• The geographic combatant commanderof the area where the military mortuaryis located is responsible for executingthe identification processing andpreparation phase of the mass-fatalityoperation, regardless of the Service of thedeceased.

• The Department of State or otherfederal agency may request DODassistance in mass-fatality orpolitically sensitive incidents that do

not involve military personnel.Coordination among the combatantcommands, the Chairman of the JointChiefs of Staff, and federal agencyrepresentatives will be made to determineappropriate jurisdiction. If tasked toprovide support, Services and combatantcommands implement the guidance andprocedures set forth in this publicationfor mission execution. The requestingagency provides appropriate funding formilitary support.

• Based on the situation, the Secretary ofthe Army may direct the activation ofthe CJMAO. Unless specifiedotherwise, the CJMAO operates inaccordance with procedures discussed inChapter II, “Continental US MortuaryAffairs Arrangements.”

• Requests for special transportation formass-fatality or politically sensitiveincidents are coordinated withUSTRANSCOM.

• Formal coordination must be madewith the Joint Public Affairs Office.This ensures that appropriate publicaffairs guidance is followed regarding thesituation and the media is providedaccurate and up-to-date information.

c. Other Considerations

• When death occurs aboard ship, orremains are recovered and taken aboardship, the remains should be preservedfor burial on land. Committal at sea ispermissible only when refrigeratedstorage facilities cannot be madeavailable aboard ship, and transfer toshore cannot be accomplished withina reasonable time or is operationallyinadvisable. The ship’s commandingofficer ensures that all remains areidentified before they are committed atsea. When remains are committed at sea,

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identification documents and PE areprocessed in accordance with establishedprocedures; further disposition is madein accordance with current Serviceregulations.

• Mortuary affairs support for militarydependents or US civilians accompanyingor employed by US forces is performedin a manner similar to that provided forUS military personnel. All records andreports are used.

• For multinational operations, the USmay or may not be the lead nation forthe multinational force. Existingstandardization agreements should beused whenever possible to facilitatecommon policies and proceduresamongst participating nations. Ifagreements do not exist and the US isthe lead nation, US policy should haveprimacy. If agreements do not exist andanother nation is charged with lead nationresponsibility, US policy would applyonly to US forces and citizens, unlessotherwise adopted by the multinationalforce. The geographic combatantcommander should exercise situationaljudgment if required to blend mortuaryaffairs throughout the multinationalforce. The following procedures areapplicable where no other guidance isavailable.

•• When possible, the same records andreports as for US military personnelare accomplished and maintained.

•• When interment is required, separateinterment sites should be establishedfor the burial of allied and enemy dead.Separate sections are provided for US,allied, and enemy deceased whencircumstances require interment in a USinterment site.

•• PE of allied personnel are processedin accordance with standingagreements. In the absence ofagreements, PE are processed in thesame manner as in current mortuaryaffairs procedures.

•• Processing of remains and PE ofprisoners of war will be in accordancewith the Geneva Conventions. PE ofenemy dead not afforded prisoner of warstatus are evacuated to the PE depot inthe theater. If a PE depot is notestablished in the theater, PE areevacuated to a PE holding area, normallyat the TMEP.

•• Processing of allied or enemycivilian remains and PE that are notprocessed by the friendly or enemycivilian authorities is in accordancewith applicable international agreementsand the Geneva Conventions. Inabsence of standing agreementsspecifying procedures, the geographiccombatant commander determines whatprocedures will be followed. Normally,remains and their PE are handled in thesame manner as in current militarymortuary affairs procedures.

•• When arrangements are made totransfer remains and PE to the hostcountry or to an allied nation,commanders must maintainaccountability records and provideinformation for all enemy or allieddeceased transferred from temporaryinterment sites for which they haveresponsibility.

•• Agreements with allied nations andUS Government and nongovernmentagencies will be monitored andfollowed where established. Where notestablished, agreements are coordinated

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by the JMAO or appropriate agenciesdesignated to conduct host-nationsupport negotiations. If agreementcannot be negotiated, mortuary affairssupport is performed under current USmilitary procedures.

• The JMAO , in coordination withService components and Service logisticsupport commands, is responsible fordetermining the appropriate levels ofmortuary supplies and equipment inthe theater. The Services are responsiblefor maintaining the levels assigned tothem.

d. Considerations of SupportingCombatant Commanders. All geographiccombatant commands provide mortuaryaffairs support. Functional combatantcommands will receive mortuary affairssupport from the supported geographiccombatant commander.

• USCINCTRANS, as the DOD singlemanager for transportation, provides air,land, and sea transportation to DOD.USTRANSCOM controlled strategicairlift assets will evacuate remainsfrom OCONUS to CONUS port-of-entry mortuaries (Dover or TravisAFB).

• US Atlantic Command (USACOM)serves as the DOD principal planning andoperating agent for all DOD componentsproviding military support to civilauthorities for all DOD components inthe 48 contiguous states and the Districtof Columbia. Based on this, USACOMis developing appropriate mortuaryaffairs support plans to provide availablemilitary support to civil agencies.

e. Responsibilities of the ServiceComponents. Each Service component isresponsible for the following.

• Providing its own mortuary affairssupport. When requirements exceed theService component’s organiccapabilities, the Army component willprovide backup GS, when requested.

• Maintaining appropriate stockage levelsof supplies and equipment.

• Collecting and maintaining informationconcerning its own deceased or missing.This information is sent to the JMAO.

• Performing mortuary affairs supportfunctions for other Service components,when required.

f. Planning Considerations. Plans formortuary affairs operations vary depending onthe size and location of the theater. Combatantcommanders require proper staffing, planning,and coordination during peacetime in orderto permit an orderly transition to and from war.

• Special consideration should be givento the distance remains may have tobe transported to either an air or seaport of embarkation. If long distancesare involved, refrigeration capabilitiesmight be needed.

• When temporary intermentoperations are authorized by thegeographic combatant commander, siteselection consideration such as terrainfeatures and conditions are important.

• A mortuary affairs appendix toOPLANs should be developed duringthe planning process. The appendixshould be developed using the guidelinesin this publication and the format inAppendix 2, Annex D, Joint Pub 5-03.2,“Joint Operation Planning and ExecutionSystem, Vol II: (Planning and ExecutionFormat and Guidance).”

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g. Special Considerations of the ArmyComponent Commander. The Armycomponent commander is normallydesignated executive agent for the theatermortuary affairs program. The Armycomponent commander’s responsibilitiesinclude the following.

• Maintaining a mortuary affairs forcestructure capability to provide supportto Army units and backup GS to the otherServices. This includes maintaining apeacetime active duty force that canrespond to peacetime mass-fatalitydisasters and sudden onset of hostilities.

• Providing technical assistance to theother Service components and groundforce collection point support to navalunits when requested, whether or notArmy forces are involved.

• Providing on order to any operationalcommander, whether or not Army forcesare involved, a cadre to supervise theestablishment of a Mortuary AffairsCollection Point(s) (MACP[s]) asdesignated by the appropriatecommander and to provide technicalassistance for acceptance and dispositionof remains, including interment,interment records, and temporaryinterment site maintenance until suchother provisions are made for subsequentcustody.

• In operations in which Army forcesare involved, the Army componentcommander ordinarily is assigned theresponsibility of operating areaMACPs and, if required, temporary areainterment sites. The area MACP acceptsand makes further disposition of remainsof all Services evacuated to the areaMACPs.

• In operations in which Army forcesare involved, the Army commander

normally is assigned the responsibilityfor operation of PE depots for thereceipt, storage, safeguarding, andfurther disposition of PE of personnelof all Services and others for whom theUS is responsible. Effects depots processthe effects for permanent dispositionfrom within the combatant command orfurther evacuation to a CONUS effectsdepot for permanent disposition.

• In coordination with the other Services,establish and perform mortuarysupport services for remains at portof debarkation.

h. Joint Mortuary Affairs Office.Commanders of geographic combatantcommands will establish a JMAO withintheir commands to provide oversight ofmortuary affairs support. During militaryoperations other than war, peacetime mass-fatality, or politically sensitive incidents, thecommander determines if, when, and for howlong the JMAO will be activated. TheJMAO oversight responsibilities includethe following.

• Providing procedures concerned withsearch for, recovery and evacuation,tentative identification, and return ofremains and personal effects. Thisincludes providing guidance to Servicecomponents and to subordinate jointforce or single-Service commands on thedisposition of remains of those personnelassigned or attached to multinationalforces.

• Maintaining inventory data on Servicecomponent command mortuaryaffairs equipment and materials.

• Coordinating with Service componentcommands for data on the recoverystatus of deceased and missingpersonnel when requested by combatantcommand casualty reporting agencies.

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• Coordinating interment, disinterment,and reinterment of remains within theAOR. In wartime, this includes providinga recommendation to the respectivegeographic combatant commanderregarding when remains can no longer bereturned to CONUS.

• Coordinating the establishment ofsuboffices, as required, to supervisemortuary affairs activities on a Servicecomponent, subordinate joint force, orgeographic basis.

• Providing procedural guidanceconcerning transfer of enemy, enemyand friendly civilian, allied, and alliedcivilian remains and their PE to thecustody of another government,including maintenance of recordsrequired by the Geneva Convention forthe Protection of War Victims.

• Designating port of embarkationholding facilities and surface andaerial evacuation of remains and PE.

• Coordinating with the CJMAO,USCINCTRANS, and the AFME to

determine the CONUS port-of-entrymilitary mortuary for Service component’sreturn of remains.

• Coordinating the development of themortuary affairs support plan.

• Maintaining a central records point fordeceased and PE.

• Maintaining liaison with the Joint PublicAffairs office. This ensures thatappropriate public affairs guidance isfollowed. This will, in turn, ensure that

the media is provided accurate and up-to-date information.

• The JMAO will continue to function afterperiods of military operations to overseeService efforts to resolve the status andeffect the evacuation of remains and PE notpreviously accomplished. The geographiccombatant commander determines if theJMAO will continue to function in supportof efforts to process remains and PE of non-US military personnel. The JMAO ensuresthat Service components forward all recordsto respective Service headquarters. Thecomponent’s Service headquarters

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coordinates transfer of remains andrecords to parent Service control inCONUS. Parent Service headquartersare responsible for final archiving ofrecords. The JMAO assists Serviceheadquarters in coordinating theseactions.

i. Mortuary Affairs Facilities. There areseveral different mortuary affairs facilities thatfunction to support the mortuary affairsprogram. These facilities and their missionsare as follows.

• The MACP provides direct support(DS) and/or GS in the receipt,processing, tentative identification,and evacuation of remains and theiraccompanying PE to a mortuaryaffairs facility behind a theater combatzone. When tasked, the CP conducts orprovides personnel to supervise post-combat search and recovery missions.CPs can be highly mobile to supportcombat maneuver elements or fixed tosupport a general area. CPs are locatedthroughout the theater from the forwardsupport areas of combat maneuverbrigades and/or regiments (combatzones) to the theater support area(communications zone).

• The TMEP provides GS in thereceiving and evacuating of all

remains and their accompanying PEto a CONUS military mortuary. TheTMEP performs quality assurancechecks on existing processingdocumentation and initiates anyadditional processing documentation thatis required. The TMEP initiates allshipping documents needed to coordinatefor the evacuation of the remains.TMEP(s) is/are located at major aerialports of embarkation.

• The PE depot receives, safeguards,inventories, stores, and processes PE.The depot also ensures the properdisposition of PE for deceased andmissing personnel.

• CONUS port-of-entry militarymortuary facilities provide GS in theidentification, care, and preservationof remains. It provides general mortuaryservices as allowed by regulation.CONUS port-of-entry mortuary facilitiescoordinate transportation for thedeceased to the place designated by thePADD. Existing Armed Forces of theUnited States mortuaries and forensiclaboratories are used to support mortuaryaffairs operations. Additional facilitiescould be established if the situationwarrants and capabilities permit.

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APPENDIX AMORTUARY AFFAIRS PROCEDURES FOR THE SEARCH,

RECOVERY, TENTATIVE IDENTIFICATION, EVACUATION,AND ACCOUNTABILITY OF REMAINS

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1. Purpose

To provide mortuary affairs procedures forthe search, recovery, tentative identification,evacuation, and accountability of remains.

2. Overview

This appendix provides procedures for thesearch, recovery, tentative identification, andevacuation of US military, friendly, andenemy dead as well as deceased civiliansunder US military jurisdiction and themaintenance of appropriate records andreports. Detailed procedures associated withthe recovery and evacuation of contaminatedremains are provided in Appendix D,“Decontamination of Human Remains.”

3. General Guidance

a. Standard Procedures. Policies,procedures, and reports required for mortuaryservices must be uniform among the Services.To that end, the Army develops coordinateddoctrine, procedures, and training materials fortasks common to all Services. Each Serviceinvests considerable time, effort, and resourcesin developing and maintaining its own searchand rescue capability. Each Service also hasthe latitude to use existing training expertise,operational capability, procedural knowledge,or accepted technique to continue to developand use its search and rescue procedures. TheJTTP contained in this appendix appliesprimarily to ground forces and the proceduresthe Army uses for its operations when backupGS support is requested.

b. Responsibilities

• Geographic Combatant Commander.The geographic combatant commanderis responsible for the control andcoordination of mortuary affairs supportfor personnel of all Services in thecommander’s AOR. The search,recovery, evacuation, tentativeidentification and, when necessary,interment of deceased personnel who areunder the jurisdiction of the ArmedForces are the combatant commander’sresponsibilities. Geographic combatantcommanders normally establish aJMAO. The commanders of units inareas not under US control areresponsible for providing control andcoordinating mortuary affairs support.

• Service Component Commander.Services are responsible for providing orarranging for mortuary affairs support fortheir personnel. During majoroperations, each Service componentcommander establishes a mortuary affairsoffice to provide control and coordinationof mortuary affairs activities. EachService is responsible for collecting andmaintaining information concerning thedeceased and missing of its Service. TheService component provides informationconcerning deceased and missingpersonnel to the JMAO.

• Subordinate Commanders. Unitcommanders at all levels are responsiblefor the initial search, recovery, tentative

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identification, and evacuation of alldeceased unit personnel within their areaof operation. Remains should beevacuated to the most convenientmortuary affairs activity.

c. Unique Requirements (Ships at Sea).When death occurs aboard ship, it is DODpolicy that the remains will be preserved forburial on land. Committal at sea ispermissible only when refrigerated storagefacilities cannot be made available aboardship and transfer to shore cannot beaccomplished within a reasonable time.When committal is made at sea, the PE areprocessed in accordance with establishedprocedures and further disposition will bemade in accordance with current regulations.

4. Search, Recovery, TentativeIdentification, andEvacuation Operations

a. Introduction

• Search, recovery, tentative identification,and evacuation is the four-phased activitywhich is the first step in the care andhandling of deceased personnel. It is thesystematic process of searching forremains and PE, plotting and recordingtheir location, and evacuating them to amortuary affairs facility. These missionsare conducted by unit level organizationsand mortuary affairs personnel. Insituations when a unit is unable to recovertheir own remains, the unit coordinateswith the appropriate higher headquartersto request search and recovery support.

• To ensure successful missionaccomplishment, the Officer in Charge(OIC) or Noncommissioned Officer inCharge (NCOIC) of the unit tasked toconduct the search and recovery mustgather all information available for themission. The safety of the search andrecovery team members is of the utmost

importance to ensure a successfulmission. When the mission requires therecovery of remains from or neardamaged combat aircraft, vehicles, andother military equipment, it is vital tocoordinate with individuals who arefamiliar with the particular item(s) (i.e.,explosive ordnance disposal [EOD] andnuclear, biological, and chemical [NBC]personnel, pilots and crews). This willhelp to determine if any potentiallyhazardous conditions exist.

b. Search Operations

• The success of a search and recoverymission depends on a well-organizedsearch pattern that fits the particularsituation. Additionally, strict disciplineduring the search must be maintained.This means that all team members mustperform their duties and follow theestablished plan unless the tacticalsituation dictates otherwise. During thesearch phase of the mission, the dutiesof the team leader are as follows.

•• Obtain all reports concerning theincident from the casualty section,intelligence sections, and the unit whichsuffered the losses.

•• If possible, perform map or aerialreconnaissance of the search area beforethe mission.

•• Determine the requirements forpersonnel and equipment to conduct thesearch.

•• Arrange for suitable transportation toand from the recovery site.

•• Arrange for a security force, ifnecessary.

•• Arrange for EOD, if necessary.

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•• Brief team members on all aspects ofthe mission.

•• Inspect team members and equipmentfor readiness.

•• Assign team members to complete thenecessary paperwork.

•• Make sure local inhabitants arequestioned.

•• Know where team members are at alltimes.

•• Control where and how teammembers search.

•• Take appropriate blank forms.

•• Be sure all records prepared at therecovery site are complete and accuratebefore leaving the area.

•• Complete and forward necessaryafter-action reports when the mission hasbeen completed.

• The duties of team members during thesearch phase are outlined below.

•• Understand the mission requirements.

•• Question local inhabitants.

•• Search only during daylight hours.

•• Always search with other teammembers.

•• Search places such as ditches,riverbanks, bushes, foxholes, trees,damaged structures, and disabledvehicles.

•• Check for booby traps before movingremains.

•• Tag each remains and portion with asearch and recovery number tag.

•• Make a sketch or photograph of therecovery site.

•• Double-check azimuths and distances.Use a global positioning system device,if available.

•• Complete the required reports foreach remains.

•• Search area around remains for PE.

•• Inventory PE.

•• Keep PE secured to the remains.

•• Keep remains covered except whenthey are being checked for identification.

•• Evacuate remains feet first.

• When searching for remains, follow asystematic method. This allows for teammembers to thoroughly cover a largearea. One of the recommended methodsis the “straight-line box” (Figure A-1).This method incorporates an open andclosed formation. Use the openformation in open areas or areas withsparse vegetation where visibility isgood. This formation places teammembers side-by-side at a double arminterval. Use the closed formation inareas where visibility is obstructed orlimited due to dense vegetation or otherterrain features. This formation placespersonnel on line at a close arm interval.

• The straight-line box method starts withthe team on a straight line at the top leftcorner of the area to be searched. The teamthen proceeds to move forward maintaininga straight line until reaching the other sideof the area to be searched. Once the other

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side of the search area is reached, the teamguides around the pivot person until facingthe opposite direction. The team thenproceeds forward in a straight line untilreaching the side they started from. Thisprocess is continued until the entire area issearched.

• Team members search until they findremains or until the team leader determinesthat there are no remains in the area. Teammembers must be aware of areas where

remains may be located. Team membersshould also search unusual grounddisturbances which may be due toemergency interments, collapsed bunkers,or fighting positions. Unusual odors,congregation of insects, scavenger birds,or animals should be investigated as theymight lead to hidden remains.

• If no remains are found or if the teammust suspend operations for tacticalreasons, the team leader will record this

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information and the extent of the searchto higher headquarters. The team leaderincludes as much detailed informationas possible to aid any future search andrecovery missions.

c. Unit Recovery Operations

• Units conducting battlefield recoveryoperations during the combat phase musttake special precautions to preserve allitems that might be useful in establishinga tentative identification for a remains.When performing recovery operations,use any means available to cover allremains and portions of remainsrecovered. Units that do not have humanremains pouches can use ponchos,blankets, large plastic bags, or othersuitable items. Safety and sanitationfactors should be considered. Diseasescan easily be transmitted through thebody fluids from the remains toindividuals handling the remains. Unitsshould use all means available to providepersonnel who conduct recoveryoperations with gloves and protectiveclothing for the mission and adequatewashing facilities after the mission.

• When personnel conducting a recoverymissions encounter a remains, they mustfirst check to ensure that the remains issafe to evacuate. Remains must be freeof the risk of spreading harmfulcontamination and must have allunexploded ordnance, explosives,booby-traps, and other hazardous itemsremoved. Coordination should be madewith a NBC or EOD specialist forassistance or guidance when biologicalor chemical agents or hazardous itemsare suspected. Once the remains isdetermined safe to handle, proceed withthe recovery. Pay particular attentionduring the recovery to ensure that theidentification tags and the identificationcard, if present, are not removed from

the remains under any conditions.Safeguard other identification mediafound on the remains from destructionby body fluids, weather conditions, andother environmental factors. This maybe done by storing these items in awaterproof plastic zip lock bag or bywrapping these items in a dry article ofclothing. After these items are protected,they are secured to the remains. Keepall personal equipment found on theremains with the remains until theseitems can be inspected for identificationvalue. If time permits, inspectequipment and record any identifyingmarkings. Once inspected anddocumented, only serviceable equipmentis removed and segregated until theequipment can be returned to theappropriate supply activity. Check theimmediate area for unassociated PE andequipment that could aid inidentification. Do not place unassociateditems on the remains. Instead, evacuatethese items with the remains asunassociated PE and equipment.

• In cases when personnel encounter aremains that is missing major portions,they will thoroughly search theimmediate area to the maximum extentpossible for the missing portions. If themissing portions are not located, thepertinent information on the incident isreported through channels to the MACPwhen the remains is evacuated. Whendealing with multiple remains in the samearea that have severed portions, do notattempt to associate any portions foundto a particular remains. Instead, tag eachindividual portion separately forevacuation. Finally, in cases whenfragmented remains are encountered,attempt to recover as much of theremains as possible. No piece or portionis considered too small. As the overallpercentage of body tissue recovered fora particular remains increases, so does

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the chance of positive identification. Payparticularly close attention in attemptingto locate hands, individual fingers, teeth,and dental work for identification byfingerprint and dental chart comparison.In addition to traditional methods,deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) testingmay make it possible to make positiveidentification based on body tissue, skinsamples, hair samples, and other items.Pay close attention in the search for PEand equipment in the immediate area.These items could provide significantclues as to the identity of the remains.

• Personnel performing the recovery shouldrecord the following information on a tagor piece of paper:

•• Believed-to-be (BTB) name of thedeceased or unidentified;

•• Unit of deceased if known; and

•• Grid coordinates (map location) ofrecovery.

• This recorded information should beprotected from body fluids and evacuatewith the remains. Upon completion ofrecovery operations, personnel whoperform the recovery will coordinate fortransportation to evacuate all remains,personal effects, and equipment to a unitmarshalling area or the nearest MACP.

d. Mortuary Affairs Recovery SiteOperations

• Recovery involves a thorough search,video and/or sketch, and stillphotographs of the area. The recoverymust be accomplished with care to retainall evidence to the identity of the remains.The video, sketch, and/or photographsshould include wreckage, location ofremains, PE, and their relationship to

each other. Team members must payparticular attention to accuratelydocumenting the recovery.

• When recovering a single remains, conductthe recovery using the followingprocedures.

•• Ensure that the remains is safe tohandle.•• Prepare two search and recovery tags(Figure A-2). A search and recovery tagconsists of: the search and recoverymission number, the branch of Serviceletter designator, the unit conducting thesearch, and the number of this remainsof the total number remains found.Attach one tag to the remains so that itwill not fall off during handling. If papertags are used, mark the tag withwaterproof ink. Attach the other tag tothe human remains pouch.

•• Check to see if a DD Form 1380 (USField Medical Card, Figure A-3) ispresent. If present, ensure that it issecurely fastened to the remains.

•• Prepare DD Form 567 (Record ofSearch and Recovery, Figure A-4), foreach remains found. If no remains arefound, prepare one DD Form 567 todocument the mission. When timeconstraints prevent completing a DDForm 567 on site, at a minimum, recordthe following information: (1) Date ofrecovery; (2) Full name, rank, and socialsecurity number (SSN) of the deceased;(3) Organization of deceased; (4)Identification media found on deceased;(5) Place of recovery; and (6) Name,rank, and organization of the individualsmaking the recovery.

•• Prepare DD Form 565 (Statement ofRecognition of Deceased, Figure A-5) ifpossible.

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•• Prepare a Recovery Site Sketch(Figure A-6) for a single remainsutilizing the following procedures. (1)Orient the sketch to the recovery site byannotating magnetic north on the sketch.(2) Record the baseline on the sketch byshooting an azimuth with the compassaligned with the left side of the remainsor grave from foot to head. (3) Indicatethe recovery site or grave site by drawinga rectangular box on the right side ofthe baseline. Record the search andrecovery number in the box. (4)Determine the grid coordinates for therecovery site. Use a global positioningsystem (GPS) when available. (5) Plot

and record azimuths and distances toprominent features used as referencepoints to tie in the location of therecovery site.

NOTE: If a large boulder or tree is used asa reference point, ensure that it is blazed,painted, or marked for easy recognition.

• Prepare an information and title box atthe lower portion of the sketch. Includepertinent information about the sketchin these boxes.

•• Prepare DD Form 1074 (Questionnaireof Local Inhabitants, Figure A-7) asapplicable.

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Figure A-3. DD Form 1380, US Field Medical Card

•• Assign a sequential “P” number foreach portion. Prepare a recovery tag foreach portion (Figure A-8). Record theassigned number on the tag. Record thesearch and recovery mission number, thebranch Service letter designator, and theunit conducting the search. Place eachportion in a separate clear plastic bagwith the recovery tag. Do not under anycircumstances associate any portion toa particular remains.

•• Treat PE found in the immediatearea of the remains as unassociated PE.Assign a sequential “E” number foreach personal effect. Prepare arecovery tag for each effect (Figure A-9). Record the assigned “E” number.Record the search and recovery number,the Service letter designator, and the unitconducting the search. Place each effect ina zip lock bag along with the recovery tag.Do not under any circumstances try to

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Figure A-4. DD Form 567, Record of Search and Recovery

associate any unassociated PE to aparticular remains.

•• Secure PE found on the remains.Place them in a PE bag and secure it tothe remains prior to movement.

•• Prepare an incident report containingall pertinent information on the recovery.

•• Place the remains in a human remainspouch or suitable shrouding material andprepare to evacuate.

e. When recovering multiple remains,conduct the recovery in the same manner asa single remains recovery with the followingexceptions.

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area where the remains were found. Usea GPS device to determine the gridcoordinates if available.

•• Mark the location where intactremains were found by recording an “R”for the intact remain followed by therecovery number.

• Prepare a multiple remains recovery sitesketch (Figure A-10) utilizing thefollowing procedures.

•• Orient the sketch to the recovery site byannotating magnetic north on the sketch.

•• Determine the grid coordinates for the

Figure A-5. DD Form 565, Statement of Recognition of Deceased

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•• Mark the location where portionswere found by recording the assigned“P” number for the portion.

•• Mark the location where PE were foundby recording the assigned “E” number forthe unassociated personal effect.

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•• Annotate distinguishable referencepoints such as roads, buildings, or othereasily recognizable objects.

•• Prepare an information box on thebottom of the sketch. Include pertinentinformation about the sketch in this box.

• All sites where multiple and/orincomplete remains have been recovered

should be rechecked within 24 hours ifcombat conditions permit. If additionalremains portions or PE are found, theappropriate field organization must benotified, who will in turn notify the port-of-entry military mortuary. Uponnotification, the mortuary will delayshipment until all portions can bematched to the remains.

Figure A-7. DD Form 1074, Questionnaire of Local Inhabitants

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f. Recovery of Remains From AircraftCrashes

• When recovering remains from a crashsite, the procedures used are based onthe current tactical situation for the areaof the crash. Crash site recoveries underhostile conditions are not as involved asthose under non-hostile conditions, dueto time and security constraints.Recoveries after air crashes must becarefully planned and carried out due tothe great amount of damage that normallyresults from such crashes. Conduct theserecoveries in a manner similar to

recovering multiple remains. Prepare acrash recovery site sketch (Figure A-11)following the same procedures forpreparing a multiple remains recoverysketch with the following exceptions:

•• Annotate the direction of impact forthe aircraft;

•• Annotate the location of the majorsection of the aircraft;

•• Record the exact location of remains,including remains that were found insidethe wreckage; and

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•• Record the tail number and type ofaircraft in the information box.

• If the assets exist, photograph therecovery area showing the relationshipof remains and portions to each otherand to the wreckage. Recoveryoperations should not be terminated untilall the remains are recovered. However,if changes in the tactical situation occuror if time is limited, more than onesearch and recovery mission to the samearea may be warranted.

• Crash site or major disaster recoveries(i.e., terrorist activities, earthquakes, ormajor fires) under non-hostile conditionsare more systematic as additional time,personnel, and resources can be allottedto conduct a more thorough search ofthe incident site. Follow the guidelinesmentioned above when preparing fornon-hostile crash site or major disasterrecoveries. However, take full advantageof the additional time and resources toconduct a well-documented and thoroughsearch. The recovery techniques used in

Figure A-9. Search and Recovery Tag for Unassociated Personal Effects

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non-hostile recoveries are different fromthose used in hostile conditions. Use thefollowing procedures upon arrival to theincident site.

•• Develop a grid system such as a 10meter by 10 meter grid (100 squaremeters) for the area to be searched.

•• Mark the corners of each grid so that

each grid square is recognizable. Usetwine or other suitable material to sectionoff each grid square when appropriate.

•• Assign a grid designator consisting of aletter and a number (Figure A-12) to eachgrid starting with the lower left corner.

•• Search each grid thoroughly for remains,unassociated portions, and loose PE.

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Figure A-10. Multiple Remains Recovery Site Sketch

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•• Mark each area where remains,portions, or PE were found with stakesor other suitable items.

•• Tag remains, portions, and unassociatedPE in the same manner as in recoveringremains.

•• Photograph each grid square,showing the relationship of remains andportions to each other and any wreckageor other items that could aid in theidentification process.

•• Prepare a grid recovery sketch foreach grid in a manner similar to a crashsite sketch.

•• Prepare a map overlay for the areabeing searched.

•• Recover and place remains in ahuman remains pouch. Recover portionsand place them in a human remainspouch. Recover PE and place them inappropriate clear plastic bags.

Figure A-11. Aircraft Crash Sketch

AIRCRAFT CRASH SKETCH

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g. Evacuation to a Mortuary AffairsCollection Point

• Movement of Remains

•• Evacuate remains, portions, and PEfrom the recovery site to a mortuaryaffairs facility. Transport remains in themost expedient manner to prevent the

loss of identification media due todecomposition of remains. Operationalrequirements may dictate the use of allavailable covered transportation assets.However, use of medical and food-bearing vehicles is not encouraged.Fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft are thepreferred method to evacuate remains.

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•• While waiting for transportation, layremains shoulder to shoulder on theground. Screen the remains to the extentpossible to prevent them from being inpublic view. Post guards to prevent thetheft of PE and equipment. Keepunauthorized persons away from theremains.

•• When transportation arrives, beginloading. Carry remains feet first at all times.While loading remains, maintain anattitude of reverence and respect. Loadremains on vehicles and rotary-wingaircraft feet first. Load remains head firston fixed-wing aircraft. Place remains insuch a manner that will prevent stacking.Secure remains in a manner that willprevent shifting during movement. Assigna team member to accompany the remainsand PE during evacuation. Evacuateremains to the nearest MACP.

h. Mortuary Affairs Collection PointOperations for Uncontaminated Remains

• Introduction

•• The MACP is the basic building blockfor modern day mortuary affairs support.War and MOOTW operation planningprov ides fo r MACPs to begeographically located throughout theoperational area. These MACPsprovide DS and/or GS in the receiving,refrigerating, processing, and evacuatingof remains and their accompanying PE.To accomplish this mission, MACPs areestablished in one of two ways. MACPsdesigned to provide DS of a combatmaneuver element are highly mobile instructure. Locate these points in theforward logistical support area for thecombat maneuver element. Deploy thesepoints forward with the maneuverelement as often as mission supportrequirements dictate. MACPs designedto provide GS to a given area or major

command are more stable in structure.These points are at large logistical bases.Establish these points in a more fixedtraditional manner. In providing GS,these points might be task-organizedwith increased receiving, processing,refrigeration, and evacuation capabilitiesto serve as a transit or intermediate pointfor MACPs providing DS to forwardelements. While these points are morestable in nature, they maintain thecapability to deploy forward as the logisticalbase or major command moves forward.

•• In addition to the MACP’s primarymission, the CP has the secondarymission of conducting or providingpersonnel to supervise post-combatsearch and recovery missions. Theappropriate higher headquartersgenerates the tasking for post-combatsearch and recovery missions. Whentasked with this mission, the MACPmust leave sufficient personnel tomaintain and operate the point on a 24-hour a day basis. Although notspecifically designed for or resourced to,a MACP may help conduct or assist inlimited temporary interment operations.The geographic combatant commanderthrough the JMAO is the approvingauthority for interment operations.

• Evacuation Channels. Figure A-13depicts the evacuation channels for theflow of remains. Depending ontransportation support and theevacuation support plan in place,remains might be evacuated throughseveral MACPs that serve asintermediate or transit points before theyarrive at a TMEP.

• Site Selection

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highly mobile MACP that is structuredto provide DS to a combat maneuverelement should choose a site withconsideration for area camouflagerequirements based on the followingfeatures: (1) Close to a main supply routeto capitalize on back haul operations forevacuation of remains; (2) Easilyrecognizable to combat units evacuatingremains; (3) Accessible to mobilerefrigeration containers; (4) Close to sourceof life support and/or personnel services butout of sight of medical treatment facilities;(5) Close to tactical communicationsupport; and (6) Terrain potential for anearby temporary interment site.

•• MACPs structured to provide GS toa given area or major command, or to

serve as an intermediate or transit pointshould choose a site based on the followingfeatures: (1) Close to a main supply route;(2) Ability to build a road network on siteor to use an existing road network; (3)Ability to build a helipad on site or to usean existing helipad; (4) Close to engineersupport for construction and/ormaintenance of a road network and helipad;(5) Close to a field landing strip or fixedairport; (6) Close to transportation oraviation support; (7) Close to source of lifesupport and/or personnel services; (8)Close to tactical communication support;(9) Ability to screen area using naturalscreening or screening material; and (10)Terrain potential for a nearby temporaryinterment site.

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• Facility Layout

•• A MACP is composed of three basicsections: receiving, processing, and theevacuation sections. The facility layoutis based upon the structure and thesupport mission of the MACP. Highlymobile MACPs might be forced tooperate all sections out of the MACP’smobile refrigeration container, from theback of a vehicle, or a designated areaon the ground. These points have theflexibility to tailor their facility layoutbased on the current tactical situation.The ability of these MACPs to establisha temporary facility depends directly onthe maneuver scheme of the unit whichthe point is supporting.

•• A more stable MACP should beestablished in separate areas for eachsection to avoid confusion. Establish aroad network with a designated parkingarea and construct directional signs toreduce congestion and confusionassociated with heavy traffic flow. Erectscreening material at the earliest possiblemoment to prevent the operations of theMACP from being in public view.Construct a perimeter to preventunauthorized personnel and the newsmedia from entering the area. Coordinateengineering support to construct ahelipad near the MACP, if one does notalready exist. Arrange engineeringsupport to establish or improve a roadnetwork and perimeter for the point.Tailor the facility layout to the geographicand manmade features of the area to beused. Figure A-14 is an illustration of aMACP facility layout.

• Receiving Operations

•• Although remains should have beenchecked for unexploded ordnanceexplosives, booby traps, and otherhazardous items prior to entering the

receiving area, receiving personnel mustverify this was accomplished by the unitreceiving the remains. If items arefound, EOD personnel must be notifiedat once and processing must cease untilremains have been cleared for furtherprocessing by EOD.

•• Upon arrival of the remains, MACPpersonnel then record all requiredinformation on the DD Form 1077(Collection Point Register of DeceasedPersonnel, Figure A-15). Confirm theactual number of remains beingdelivered. Remains should come withonly those PE found on or near theremains and basic information toestablish tentative identification.

•• Remains are checked for recovery tagsand any other accompanying paperwork.Recovery tags, if present, are removedand placed in the case folder file. If noinformation is available, do what isnecessary to obtain the missinginformation. Do not delay normalprocessing and evacuation for lack ofinformation.

•• Complete two evacuation tags foreach remains. Evacuation tags will havethe remains BTB last name, first nameinitial, SSN, or “unidentified” on oneside of the tag. On the reverse side theevacuation number issued to eachremains is recorded on DD Form 1077.The evacuation number consists of asequential number given to each remainsduring the current calendar year, the CPbranch of Service, the CP unit andnumber, and seal number used to sealthe human remains pouch. One tag isattached to the remains and the other tothe human remains pouch (Figure A-16).

•• In cases when MACP personnelencounter body portions, the evacuation

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tag is completed as follows: “portions” iswritten on one side of the tag, beneath“portions” the sequential number ofportions is written as shown on Figure A-17. The reverse side is completed the sameas for remains. When placing severalportions into one pouch, each portion mustbe tagged. The pouch must also have anevacuation tag on the front on which theword “portions” is written, and beneath itthe total number of portions contained inthe pouch is recorded. The back of thetag is completed as all others (Figure A-18). Do not physically associate anyportions with other portions or remains.

•• Prepare the DD Form 1077. (FigureA-15) The DD Form 1077 is a daily logof all remains received by a CP. Prepare anew register each day the CP is inoperation. The reporting period starts at

0001 and ends at 2400 (local time).Retain a copy of all registers at the CPfor internal records.

•• Based on the current work load, movethe remains to the processing area orkeep the remains at the receiving holdingarea under refrigeration to await furtherprocessing.

•• Initiate an original and duplicateindividual case file. The top portion ofthe file should have tentative name, rank,SSN, seal number, and evacuationnumber. Create an alpha index cardcontaining the following information:deceased name or unidentified, SSN,evacuation number, and otherappropriate remarks (Figure A-19). Thisfile is kept at the CP as a quick referencefor questions about remains that passthrough the CP.

• Processing Operations

•• The method and extent of processingconducted at the CP depends on theprevailing operational constraints andlocal mortuary affairs procedures. Ahighly mobile forward CP might not havethe time or support to conduct full scaleprocessing operations. When this is thecase, the CP initiates minimum hastyprocessing operations. When the CPworkload is overwhelming, the CP OICmay make the decision to follow theminimum hasty processing procedures.The minimum procedures that must beaccomplished are: prepare evacuationtags, complete DD Form 1077, removeany ammunition, explosives or weapons,place evacuation tag on remains, placeremains in pouch, and put evacuation tagon the pouch and seal it. The remainsare then placed in the refrigerationcontainer. A DD Form 1075 (ConvoyList of Remains of Deceased Personnel,

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of death, if feasible. However, ensurethat the remains are not detained frombeing evacuated to obtain a certificateof death.

•• Check the state of the remains todetermine if the remains are intact. Incases when a remains is missing majorportions, check to see if there is anydocumentation from the unit. If sufficientdocumentation does not exist, attempt tocontact the unit for a report, if feasible.After obtaining information, generate acertificate of non-recoverability ofmissing major portions. Include this

Figure A-20) must be prepared. Finally,load remains on the transport vehicle.The driver must sign for the remains onthe DD Form 1075.

•• When remains are taken to theprocessing area, personnel who operatethe processing section examine alldocuments in the case file and the stateof the remains. Check to see if a DDForm 1380 or DD Form 2064(Certificate of Death Overseas, FigureA-21) is present. In cases when neitheris present, attempt to coordinate with amedical officer to complete a certificate

Figure A-16. Evacuation Tag (Remains)

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certificate in the case file. If informationis received after the remains has beenevacuated, prepare a message stating allpertinent information and forward itthrough higher headquarters to theJMAO.

•• Upon completion of the initialexamination, fingerprint, if possible, theremains using DD Form 894 (Record ofIdentification Processing-FingerprintChart, Figure A-22). Clean the fingerswith soap and water or alcohol. Removedirt, grease, and other foreign matter byusing a soft bristled tooth brush or cotton

swabs. This is done to obtain the highestquality print possible. Clear, smudge-free prints that can be read byidentification specialists are necessary ifthe prints are to have any identificationvalue. In addition to fingerprinting, takefootprints for all remains recovered fromair crashes using AF Form 137(Footprint Record, Figure A-23).

•• Gather, inspect, and record all officialmilitary and personal identificationmedia, PE, and personal equipmentusing DD Form 890 (Record ofIdentification Processing-Effects and

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Physical Data, Figure A-24) and DDForm 1076 (Military Operations-Records of Personal Effects of DeceasedPersonnel, Figure A-25). Search allpersonal equipment, clothing, pocketsand the areas around the neck, wrists,and fingers for PE. Pay particularly closeattention to locating the identificationtags and the identification card. Useofficial identification media found as abasis for establishing tentativeidentification. Remove onlyserviceable organizational equipment

from the remains and keep itsegregated from the PE. Leave allother clothing and unserviceableequipment on the remains. Forwardall serviceable organizationalequipment to the appropriate supplyactivity. Inventory PE and record theseitems on DD Form 1076. Uponcompletion of the inventory, place thePE in a plastic zip lock bag to preventthe effects from being damaged bybody fluids. Place zip lock bag in aPE bag. Secure the PE bag to the wrist

Figure A-18. Evacuation Tag, Individual Portions for Inclusion Inside aPouch Containing Several Portions

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or other suitable areas of the remains.•• In cases when unassociated PE arereceived at a CP, do not attempt toassociate them with a particular remains.Create a file using the DD Form 1076.Generate a unassociated PE tag (FigureA-26) for the unassociated PE. The tagswill have the words “unassociated effects”written on one side. On the reverse sideassign a sequential “E” number to eachunassociated personal effect. RecordService letter designator, the unit operatingthe CP, and CP number designator. Placethe unassociated PE, with one copy of theDD Form 1076 and the tag, in the zip lockplastic bag. Store in one or more PE bag(s)as needed. Place the other tag on the PEbag. Evacuate the loose PE whenevacuating remains as a separate item.

•• The use of computers, when availableat the CP, will help facilitate expedientprocessing of remains informationthroughout the theater.

•• Take two sets of pictures for eachremains using a self-developing filmcamera. Take a full facial picture of bothanterior and posterior views. Use thesepictures to aid in the identificationprocess and to document the state of theremains at the time the remains enterthe mortuary affairs system.

•• The original, completed case file isplaced in a plastic zip lock bag andplaced in the remains pouch. Theduplicate case file is kept at the CP. Ata minimum, the file will contain the DDForm 894, with prints, if possible, of allavailable fingers and a statement as towhether PE were present on the remainsand if they were evacuated from the CP.Additional documentation that could bein the file include a DD Form 1076, aDD Form 2064 or DD Form 1380, DDForm 565, and photos of the remains.The remains pouch is then sealed andstored or evacuated. The seal numbershould already be recorded on the casefile and both evacuation tags.

Figure A-19. Sample 3x5 Alpha Index Card

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Figure A-20. DD Form 1075, Convoy List of Remains of Deceased Personnel

• Evacuation Operations

•• Coordinate with higher headquarters fortransportation to evacuate the remains.When vehicles are used, they should becovered. Aircraft are the preferred methodfor evacuating remains.

•• Remains awaiting evacuation must bekept under refrigeration. Thetemperature of the refrigerationcontainer is maintained between 34 and37 degrees Fahrenheit. Holding remainsin a refrigeration container willminimize decomposition. Do not freezeremains under any circumstances.Ensure that the temperature is checkedat periodic intervals. Additionally,ensure that maintenance checks areperformed as prescribed in applicabletechnical manuals on the refrigeratorunit and generator.

•• Upon arrival of transportation, loadthe remains on a first in/first out basisto the extent possible. Ensure that theremains are handled in a proper andreverent manner. Carry remains feet firstand face up. Position remains in such amanner that prevents the stacking ofremains. Secure remains in such amanner that prevents shifting duringmovement.

•• Initiate a DD Form 1075. List allremains that are being evacuated at thesame time from the CP on the DD Form1075. The driver signs on the DD Form1075 for the remains. Give the originalcopy of DD Form 1075 to the driver.Maintain a signed copy at the CP forinternal records. The evacuationlocation of the remains will be annotatedon the appropriate DD Form 1077.

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Figure A-21. DD Form 1380 or DD Form 2064, Certificate of Death Overseas

• Personal Health and Sanitation.Handling or working around remains invarious stages of decomposition requiresthat strict health and sanitationprocedures be enforced for the safety ofall those involved. The potential forinfection and the spread of contagiousdisease is always present. Therefore, CP

personnel handling remains or workingin the areas where remains have beenshould always be conscious of sanitationhazards and keep themselves and theirwork areas clean. Personnel handlingremains should wear, at a minimum,rubber gloves and surgical masks.

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Figure A-21. DD Form 1380 or DD Form 2064, Certificate of Death Overseas (cont'd)

• Transit Collection Point Operations.Remains that arrive at the CP in transitto the TMEP are assigned a transitnumber, which is entered on theevacuation tag attached to the remainspouch. The transit number consists ofthe letters “TR,” calendar year, CPbranch of Service, CP unit, and CPnumber. To complete the DD Form1077, enter “TR” in block 6, enter theevacuation number and seal number inblock 7a, and complete block numbers12 and 13. Normally, there is no needto open the remains pouch or break theseal. If, however, the remains pouch isopened or seal broken, a new seal isplaced on the pouch. Note its numberon the case file and evacuation tags.

i. Theater Mortuary Evacuation PointOperations

• Introduction

•• Future military operations maycontinue to afford combatant commandersthe option to rapidly evacuate deceasedUS personnel. When this is the case, aTMEP will be established with theprimary mission of evacuating allremains and accompanying PE to

military mortuary. The TMEP is taskorganized to provide the followingcapabilities: (1) Receive remains andaccompanying PE from any theaterlocation; (2) Perform quality assurancechecks on existing documentation and/or to initiate, complete, or obtainrequired processing documentation; (3)Prepare remains for evacuation and/orto hold and refrigerate remains untiltransportation out of the theater can bearranged; (4) Coordinate for aircraft andinitiate all required shipping and specialhandling documents; and (5) Load,palletize, and tie-down transfer cases andtransport pallets to the Air MobilityCommand (AMC) cargo specialhandling area.

•• Locate the TMEP at or adjacent toa major aerial port of embarkation.This arrangement will capitalize on allavailable aircraft and correspondinglogistical support. Additional TMEPmight be established at other aerialports of embarkation throughout thetheater based on the following factors:(1) The geographical size, population,and location of units in the theater; (2)The projected number of remains andthe availability of aircraft to evacuate

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them; and (3) The operational conceptand scheme of maneuver for all units inthe theater.

•• The theater mortuary evacuationpoint can, when tasked, operate a PEtransfer point. When tasked with thissecondary mission, the TMEP is

organized to provide the following: (1)Receive pre-inventoried and packagedPE from units in theater; (2) Store andsafeguard PE until transportation iscoordinated; and (3) Load, palletize,and tie-down PE and transport palletsto AMC cargo holding area forshipment to CONUS.

Figure A-22. DD Form 894, Record of Identification Processing-Fingerprint Chart

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Figure A-23. AF Form 137, Footprint Record

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• Site Selection

•• Location of the TMEP is key to theoverall success of its mission. Choosea site based on the following factors:(1) Quick, easy access to and from all

flight lines and helipads; (2) Quick, easyaccess to AMC operations, transportation,and cargo and/or special handling areas;(3) Ability to use existing facilities and/orto build or install temporary fixedfacilities such as trailers, refrigeration

Figure A-24. DD Form 890, Record of Identification Processing-Effectsand Physical Data

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vans, and cold storage units; (4) Abilityto use an existing and/or build a roadnetwork to handle and regulate largetraffic flow; and (5) Ability to useexisting and/or to install cooling system,ventilation system, electrical lines,phone lines, and water lines.

•• Personnel from the TMEP mustcoordinate with the area commanderprior to selecting a proposed site. Thisis done to ensure that the proposed sitewill not interfere with any ongoing flightline or base operations.

Figure A-25. DD Form 1076, Military Operations-Records of PersonalEffects of Deceased Personnel

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• Organizational and Facility Layout

•• The facility layout is flexible so thatit can be tailored to the geographical andmanmade features of the site to be used.When developing a site layout, considerincluding the following: (1) Vehicle andhelicopter traffic flow, to includeparking; (2) Refrigeration containers;(3) Electrical power source or generators;(4) Water support; (5) Communications;(6) Ordnance and explosive dumps; (7)Waste disposal (regular and hazardous);(8) Supply, equipment, and publicationstorage; (9) Laundry and personal

hygiene facilities; and (10) Morale and/or welfare recreation facilities.

•• In establishing the actual layout forthe facility, consideration should begiven to structuring the facility in amanner that reduces the manual liftingof remains. Figure A-27 illustrates asuggested site layout for a TMEP.

•• Consider the supplies and serviceswhich a host nation can provide whenestablishing and equipping a TMEP.Depending on the theater of operationand contractual agreements which are

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in place, the host nation might be in abetter position to provide support.Supplies and services often availablethrough host-nation support include: (1)Office, communication, and publicationsupplies and equipment; (2) Medicaland sanitation supplies and equipment;(3) Sanitation and waste disposaltreatment and removal; (4)Refrigeration vans or trucks; (5)Commercial vehicles and materialshandling equipment with drivers; (6)Bagged crushed ice delivery orequipment to produce ice; (7)Maintenance personnel (mechanics,carpenters, electricians, and plumbers);and (8) Aircraft cargo loading specialistsor laborers.

•• TMEP personnel must remember theoverall sensitivity of their mission whenthey use host-nation labor.

•• A TMEP is structured into four sections.These sections are: receiving, processing,administrative, and shipping sections.

•• Receiving. Receiving locationpersonnel must meet the driver or personstransporting the remains and/or PE. TheReceiving Clerk: (1) Obtains DD Form1075 from driver; (2) Checks off remainson DD Form 1075 as they are offloadedand ensures that seal number on remainspouch matches evacuation tag and casefile; (3) Prepares two TMEP evacuationtags using a TMEP evacuation number,which is the same as an evacuationnumber with the exception that the CPnumber is replaced with TMEP andname; (4) Makes log book entry (FigureA-28) based on convoy list data andenters name data on TMEP case folder;(5) Enters location of remains (i.e.,processing tent, holding tent or reefertrailer number) onto case folder; (6)Removes CP evacuation tags, places in

case folder, and secures one TMEPevacuation tag to remains and one toremains pouch; and (7) Uponcompletion, gives case folder toprocessing section.

•• Processing Operations. Theprocessing section uses a four station(inspection, processing, fingerprint, andquality control) procedure to process theremains. The processing leader receivesthe case folder from the receiving sectionand: (1) Verifies that all paperwork andevacuation tag numbers match remains;(2) Verifies that DD Form 2064 ispresent. If no DD Form 2064 is present,one is prepared using all availableinformation. Request a medical doctorfrom the nearest medical unit view theremains and sign the DD Form 2064.No remains will leave the theater withouta completed DD Form 2064; and (3)Directs transfer of remains from storageracks (reefer trailers, reefer container, orreceiving area storage racks) toprocessing area. (Note: Use litterbearers to carry remains.)

The following explains the four stationprocedures.

STATION 1: INSPECTION

• Remove DD Form 1380 and place intocase file.

• Ensure that TMEP evacuation tag isattached to remains and pouch.

• Verify that paperwork matches remainsand TMEP evacuation number.

• Put TMEP evacuation number on allpaperwork (upper right corner).

• Move remains to processing station.

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STATION 2: PROCESSING

• Verify that paperwork matches remainsand TMEP evacuation number.

• Carefully search remains, clothing, andequipment for explosives. If it is safe toremove them, put them into anexplosives container; if it is not safe toremove them, take the remains outsideand have EOD personnel remove anyquestionable explosive(s). Thencontinue processing.

• Move any load carrying field gear thathas identification media on it with theremains. Store and evacuate the remains.

• Put serviceable load carrying fieldequipment that has no identificationmedia into equipment box and return tothe supply system.

• Do not remove clothing from theremains.

• Search remains’ clothing and equipment(inside out, cut or strip all pockets) forPE or identification media.

• Complete DD Form 1076.

• Attach PE bag to remains. Put originalDD Form 1076 into case folder.

• If remains head has been traumatized orany skull bones or teeth are loose, wrapthe head with gauze or other material topreclude movement of bones or teeth.

• Move remains to next station.

STATION 3: FINGERPRINT

• Verify that paperwork and TMEPevacuation number matches the remains.

• If case file does not already contain alegible DD Form 894, complete one andplace into TMEP case folder.

STATION 4: QUALITY CONTROL

• Verify that paperwork and TMEPevacuation number matches the remains.

• Inspect remains for explosives and/orflammables and PE to ensure thatremains are ready for transfer case.

• Inspect the remains pouch for serviceability.If the pouch is unserviceable or unsightlyreplace it. Carefully inspect unserviceablebag for any PE or body portions that mightremain. Remove and replace with remains.

• Close bag and move to shipping stationor refrigeration trailer and add reefertrailer number to front of case folder.

• Upon completion, take case folder withpaperwork to administration section.

•• Administrative Operations. Theadministrative section has responsibilityfor the decedent case file andestablishment of the TMEP case file. Theadministrative section performs thefollowing functions. (1) Receives casefolder and paperwork from processingsection, Quality Control (Station 4). (2)Makes Alpha card file. (3) PhotocopiesDD Form 2064/DD Form 1380/DDForm 1076/DD Form 565/ or otherrecords that arrived with remains. Placesin TMEP case folder, which has beencreated for the files. (4) Calls air terminaloperations center (ATOC) to determineflight schedules, flight time, and date.Informs them of how many pallets (i.e.,12 deceased to a pallet, five pallets to aC-130 aircraft, 12 pallets to a C-141, and36 pallets to a C-5) are ready for

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LOG BOOKOPERATINGORGANIZATIONMAC/ARTMEP/1

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shipment. ATOC should provide theinformation and type aircraft arriving ordeparting. Remains should not be heldlonger than 24 hours. If a longer waittime is projected, a flight diversionshould be requested. (5) Obtains missionnumber, estimated time of departure fromATOC and informs the shipping sectionleader. (6) Prepares transportationdocuments: DD Form 1384(Transportation Control and MovementsDocument, Figure A-29), DD Form 1387(Military Shipment Label, FigureA-30a), DD Form 1387-2 (SpecialHandling Data/Certification, FigureA-30b) and AF 127 (Traffic TransferReceipt, Figure A-31). Uses date remainswill be shipped on forms. (7) Placestransportation documents and originaldecedent documents (e.g., DD Form2064, DD Form 565) in case folder to beshipped with remains. Placesphotocopies of same in the TMEP casefolder. (8) Takes case folder that is to beshipped with remains to the shippingNCOIC. (9) Prepares and inputs requiredinformation into Mass-Fatality FieldInformation Management System(MFFIMS). (10) Transmits data toCONUS military port-of-entry militarymortuary via modem. (11) Receivessigned AF Form 127 from shippingdriver and places in TMEP case folder.(12) Prepares CONUS military mortuaryshipping priority message (DD Form173/2). (13) Dispatches shippingpriority message to message centerwithin two hours after actual flightdeparture. Message, at a minimum,must be addressed to: USTRANSCOM,Air Mobility Command, Scott AFB;Destination CONUS military mortuary;and JMAO. (14) Reviews and completesTMEP case folder. Case folder is to befiled sequentially using TMEPevacuation number.

•• Shipping Operations. The shippingsection’s primary functions are to prepareremains for evacuation and transportremains to the AMC transportationsection for evacuation to CONUS. Theshipping section: (1) Receives remainsfrom Station 4 (Quality Control [QC])or from reefer. (2) Verifies that the casefolder paperwork from administrationmatches remains and remains tags. (3)Places remains into transfer case. (4)Gives transfer case serial number toadministrative section for completion oftransportation documents message/automation entry. (5) Secures remainswith tie down straps in transfer case. (6)Places case file in a plastic zip lock bagand secures, with tape, to the top side ofremains pouch. (7) Places ice(approximately 40 pounds) in transfercase around remains. (8) Secures lid totransfer case and put on seals. (9) Placesone copy of DD Form 2064, protected ina plastic zip lock bag, on top of transfercase. (10) Places DD Form 1387 on topof transfer case at the “head end”approximately six inches from the edge(Do not cover transfer case number).(11) Places DD Form 1387-2 (last copy)into plastic packing list and affixes tohead end of transfer case under tube.(12) Palletizes transfer cases.(Maximum 12 per pallet.) (13) Placescargo net and tie down straps on or overcargo. (14) Lifts pallet onto truck. (15)Provides driver with copies of transportcontrol movement document, AF Form 127and DD Form 1387-2 for each remains(One packet per pallet). (16) Deliversremains to US Air Force (USAF) flight linecargo section. (17) Turns over paperworkand remains to USAF. Obtains USAFsignature on each AF Form 127. (18)Returns to TMEP and gives signed AFForm 127 to administration NCOIC/OIC.

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•• PE Operations. When the TMEP istasked to handle PE, it processes the PEof deceased or missing personnel. Unitsare responsible for transportingpre-inventoried (with signed inventoryform) and packaged PE to the TMEP.See Appendix B, “Personal Effects,” forTMEP property procedures.

•• Personal Health and Sanitation.Handling or working around remains invarious stages of decomposition requiresthat strict health and sanitationprocedures be established for the safetyof all those involved. The potential forinfection and/or the spread of contagiousdisease is always present. Therefore, allpersonnel handling remains or workingin the areas where remains have beenmust always be safety conscious.Appendix E, “Personal Health andSanitation,” discusses in greater detailpersonal health and sanitation issues andshould be continuously referred to whenconducting any mortuary operations.

•• Automated Procedures. (1)MFFIMS is an automation systemdesigned to provide near-real-timeautomated tracking of remains within thetheater. It involves the use of laptopcomputers at each CP. Each CP collectspersonal data on remains andelectronically transmits that data to aTMEP. The operator inputs datapertaining to location, and condition ofthe remains; personal data, inventory ofPE on the remains; and date the remainswas received and shipped. The TMEPelectronically transmits that data to theCONUS port-of-entry military mortuary.

(2) At the CONUS port-of-entry militarymortuary, the information is receivedprior to the arrival of the remains.Information provided includes: whetheror not the remains is contagious,previously contaminated or not and, ifso, what decontamination has takenplace; if medical and dental recordsaccompany the remains or if they needto be forwarded from home station ordeployment site; what type ofdocumentation is being forwarded; andwhen to expect arrival of the remains.This information helps the mortuary inscheduling their workload and beingready to process remains upon arrival.Ideally, all systems are linked togetherand share data. It is a secure system inthat a password is required for entry intothe system.

•• Unrecovered Remains. Whenoperational constraints prevent a unitfrom recovering its own remains, theunit commander must submit a reportof unrecovered remains to higherheadquarters. The unit commander alsoprovides an incident report containingof the incident. Unit commandersconsider all missing-in-action asunrecovered remains until their statusis known. Depending on the currenttactical and logistical situation, anindeterminable period of time couldelapse before a post-combat mortuaryaffairs search and recovery operation canbegin. Therefore, detailed informationfrom the unit is vital for the properplanning and coordinating of subsequentsearch and recovery operations.

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Figure A-29. DD Form 1384, Transportation Control and Movements Document

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Figure A-30a. DD Form 1387, Military Shipment Label

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Figure A-30b. DD Form 1387-2, Special Handling Data/Certification

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Figure A-31. AF Form 127, Traffic Transfer Receipt

APPENDIX BPERSONAL EFFECTS

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1. Purpose

To provide unit and mortuary affairsprocedures for the accountability of PE andgovernment property.

2. Overview

This appendix specifies procedures for unitrecovery, collection, inventory, and transferof PE of deceased unit personnel. It alsodetails the collecting, inventorying, storing,and processing of PE of deceased and missingUS personnel and deceased friendly andenemy personnel through a PE depot. Thisincludes PE of both military and civilianpersonnel.

3. General Guidance

a. Procedures. Disposition of PE includesthe collection, receipt, recording,accountability, storage, and disposal of thePE of US military personnel, civilians underUS military jurisdiction, personnel officiallyaccredited to the Armed Forces of the UnitedStates, and all deceased persons for whomthe US provides mortuary services. Thehandling of PE begins at the time of initialcollection by representatives of the ArmedForces and extends to the time of receipt bythe person eligible to receive effects (PERE)or representatives of the host country or alliednation or until other disposition is made inaccordance with applicable regulations.

b. Geographic Combatant Commander’sResponsibilities. The geographic combatantcommander is responsible for the control andcoordination of mortuary affairs support.This includes PE support for all US, allied,and enemy personnel. PE of friendlypersonnel will be processed in accordance

with standing agreements. In the absence ofagreements, PE should be processed in thesame manner as for US personnel. Processingof PE of prisoners of war should be inaccordance with the Geneva Conventions.PE of enemy dead not afforded prisoner ofwar status should be evacuated to the theaterPE depot. When arrangements are made totransfer PE to the host country or a friendlynation, commanders will maintainaccountability records and provideinformation for all enemy or allied deceasedfor which they have responsibility.

4. Personal Effects

a. Personal Effects on Remains. Whenremains arrive at the unit marshalling area,personnel operating the area should checkfor PE and organizational equipment thatmay be on the remains. Leave all PE thatare found on the remains in such a mannerthat protects the effects from destruction bybody fluids. Remove serviceableorganizational and government equipmentfrom the remains and return serviceableequipment to the appropriate supply activity.Unserviceable equipment and all clothing isleft on the remains. Do not remove theidentification tags and identification cardsunder any conditions. Keep them in theoriginal location on the remains that theywere found at the time of recovery, if there isno risk that they will become unsecured orlost. During current death program, mortuaryaffairs personnel ensure that all PE found onremains not needed for identificationpurposes are returned to the unit for disposalin accordance with Service regulations.During graves registration and concurrentreturn programs, PE on remains are shippedto the PE depot, when established.

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b. Personal Effects in the Unit Area

• Personal Effects

•• During the graves registrationprogram, PE of persons deceased ormissing may be found in unit rear areas,storage points, hospitals, and otherlocations. These effects are collected,safeguarded, inventoried, and evacuatedto the PE depot, when established. Theinventory should show the status of theindividual as deceased or missing, asappropriate.

•• When the concurrent return programis implemented, the unit’s role indisposition of PE changes. The unit isresponsible for gathering, inventorying,and evacuating the PE to the depot. Theunit is responsible for sending arepresentative with the PE to conduct ajoint inventory with depot personnel. Incases when the TMEP serves as anintermediary transfer point between theunits in theater and the PE depot, the unitis responsible for gathering, inventorying,and packaging the PE. The unit shouldpackage PE in such a manner that thepackage will pass customs packagingrequirements (i.e., no explosives,flammables, or contraband). The unitcoordinates for packaging suppliesthrough the appropriate unit supplychannels. The outside of the package ismarked “EFFECTS OF DECEASED/MISSING PERSON (NAME, GRADE,SSN, and ORGANIZATION OFDECEASED SERVICE MEMBER).”A copy of the inventory is placed on theoutside of the package. Once the PE ispackaged, the unit arranges fortransportation to the TMEP. The TMEPis responsible for coordinating theshipment of all packages to the PE depot.However, it is important to note that theunit maintains responsibility for thecontents inside all packages, since sealed

packages will not be opened for a jointinventory at the theater evacuation point.If or when the package is found unsealedor open, a joint inventory by unitrepresentatives and TMEP PErepresentative should be immediatelyconducted before the TMEP accepts thepackage.

•• During the current death program, itis the unit’s responsibility to coordinatefinal disposition of PE in accordance withapplicable Service regulations.

• Organizational Equipment. Allserviceable organizational clothing andequipment and other governmentproperty to which the individual is notentitled is withdrawn at unit level andturned in to the appropriate supplyactivity. Unserviceable equipment andall clothing is to be left on the remains.Personal military clothing, as defined inService regulations, is not withdrawn.

5. Personal Effects Depot

a. Introd uction

• The handling of PE in a theater is basedon the mortuary affairs support structurewhich is in place. While the current deathprogram is in effect, the unit isresponsible for collecting, safeguarding,and final disposition of PE of deceasedpersonnel. PE include all personal itemsthe individual owns at the time of deathexcluding government property. PE onthe remains are first processed foridentification value at a mortuary affairsfacility prior to being turned over to therespective unit for disposition.

• When a PE depot is established duringMOOTW, armed conflicts, oremergencies, the need for the Service tohandle the final disposition of PE iseliminated. The primary mission of the

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PE depot is to receive, safeguard,inventory, store, process, and make finaldisposition of PE for deceased andmissing personnel. In addition, the PEdepot must have necessary SummaryCourt jurisdiction to determine theeligible recipient. When the PE depotis located in the theater of operation, thedepot processes the PE of deceased alliedand enemy personnel that come intocustody of the US military.

• When the TMEP is tasked to handle PE,it processes it in the following manner.Upon arrival, TMEP personnel verifythat packages are sealed and properlylabeled. The label consists of the phrase“EFFECTS OF DECEASED/MISSINGPERSON (NAME, GRADE, and SSNand ORGANIZATION OFDECEASED SERVICE MEMBER).”Personnel verify that the name on thepackage matches the name of the signedinventory sheet and annotate on theinventory sheet that the package wassealed at arrival. The signing of theinventory sheet only certifies liability forthe actual sealed package and not thecontents inside the package.

•• Establish a case file for each packageof PE received. Assign an evacuationnumber for all packages pertaining to aparticular individual. The evacuationnumber consists of three parts: anumerically sequential case number, thelocation of the TMEP, and the numberof packages containing PE for theparticular individual (Figure B-1).Record the evacuation number on thecase file and on all applicable inventorysheets and/or DD Form 1076 inside thefile. Prepare and secure an evacuationtag to each package pertaining to aparticular individual. Place a plasticpacking list envelope on each packageand place a copy of the inventory sheetfor that package inside the envelope.

•• Make the appropriate entries to theTMEP log book and establish an alphafile for each individual. Use the TMEPlog book and alpha file as a referencefor any inquiries and reports dealingwith the handling of PE. Use computerautomation, when available, to promoteefficiency.

•• Secure all packages untiltransportation is coordinated to ship thepackages to the PE depot. Initiate therequired shipping documentation asdetermined by previous coordinationwith the appropriate transportation office.When transportation is to be by air, takethe documentation to AMC transportation andcoordinate for an aircraft. Prepare thepackages for shipment by palletizing thepackages on a 463L pallet. Coordinate fortransportation to transport all pallets to theAMC cargo section. Assign personnel tocarry all required documentation toaccompany the pallets. Upon arrival, thedocumentation is turned over to the AMCcargo section. A copy of AF Form 127, signedby an AMC representative, is returned to theTMEP.

b. Flow of Personal Effects

• When the PE depot is located in thetheater of operations, PE are forwardedto the depot from the followingorganizations or activities:

•• Individual units and medicalfacilities;

•• CP and TMEP; or

•• In-theater mortuary when established.Organizations are responsible forincluding an inventory sheet listing allitems being forwarded.

• In cases when the PE depot is not locatedin the theater of operations, the TMEP

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serves as the transfer point between thetheater and the depot. Once again,organizations are responsible forgenerating the appropriate inventorydocuments prior to forwarding PE to theTMEP.

• Mortuaries that receive deceasedpersonnel and their accompanying PEexamine the effects for identificationvalue. After examining the effects, themortuary forwards the effects andaccompanying inventory documents tothe PE depot.

• From the PE depot, PE are shipped tothe eligible recipient according to theapplicable Service regulations. FigureB-2 illustrates the flow of PE from thetheater to the eligible recipient.

c. Depot Operations

• A PE depot is structured into four mainsections: receiving, administration,processing, and shipping sections. Theprimary functions for these sections areas follows.

Figure B-1. Personal Property Evacuation Number and Tag

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•• RECEIVING SECTION: Receive,account for, and store all PE.

•• ADMINISTRATIVE SECTION:Prepare and maintain all required reportsand case files and provide administrativeassistance to the Summary Court.

•• PROCESSING SECTION: Screen,clean, inventory, and package PE.

•• SHIPPING SECTION: Initiaterequired shipping documents, coordinatefor transportation, and prepare packagesfor shipment.

• The PE depot is established in apermanent or temporary facility. Thefollowing planning factors should beconsidered when selecting a site anddeveloping a site layout.

•• Ability to establish separate areas foreach section with sufficient space toaccomplish its designed function.

•• Ability to establish controlled drop-offand pick-up points.

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•• Ability to secure high dollar valueitems.

•• Ability and facilities to clean PE.

•• Ability to store oversized or bulkyitems.

•• Ability to provide office space foroutside agencies (i.e., Summary Court,finance, and criminal investigation) asappropriate. While there is no mandatedlayout for a PE depot, Figure B-3illustrates a suggested layout.

• Receiving

•• When the PE depot is located in thetheater of operation, personnel whooperate the depot accomplish thefollowing tasks: (1) Meet withorganizational representatives; (2)Obtain all inventory sheets or DD Form1076 from the unit representative; (3)Establish a case file for each individual;(4) Record the name, rank, SSN, andbranch of Service of the individual onthe top of the case file; (5) Conduct ajoint inventory to verify and account forall items on the inventory sheets or DDForms 1076; (6) Record anydiscrepancies on the inventory sheet orDD Form 1076 and initiate aninvestigation; (7) If the discrepancycannot be resolved internally, turn thecase over to the appropriate criminalinvestigation agency and continue tomonitor progress of the investigation;(8) Obtain the correct casualty status ofthe individual for each package of PE;(9) Separate the PE for deceasedpersonnel from those of missing,medically evacuated, and long-termhospitalized personnel; (10) Process thePE of deceased personnel for shipmentto the PERE; and (11) Store the PE untilshipment to the PERE can be effected.

•• When the PE depot is located outsidethe theater, personnel operating thedepot accomplish the following tasks:(1) Conduct an inventory immediatelyupon receipt of PE to verify the contentsagainst the accompanying records; (2)Record any discrepancies on theinventory sheet or DD Form 1076 andinitiate an investigation; (3) If thediscrepancy cannot be resolvedinternally, turn the case over to theappropriate criminal investigationagency and continue to monitor progressof the investigation; (4) Obtain thecorrect casualty status of the individualfor each package of PE; (5) Separatethe PE for deceased personnel from thoseof missing; (6) Process the PE ofdeceased personnel for shipment to thePERE; and (7) Store the PE untilshipment to the PERE can be effected.

•• During the inventory, segregate highdollar value items, official personalpapers, monetary funds, and oversizeditems from the remaining PE. Withdrawany organizational clothing, equipment,and other government property still withthe PE. Forward these items to theappropriate supply activity. Remove allordnance, explosives and flammableitems. Dispose of these items in a propermanner. Prepare a memorandum listingall items withdrawn and place thismemorandum in the case file.

•• Upon completion of the inventory,place high dollar value items and officialpersonal papers in an individual containerand store in a safe or in a locked securitycage. Convert monetary funds, both USand foreign (in the amount of five dollarsor more) to a US treasury check. Storethe treasury check with the rest of thehigh dollar value items for that particularindividual. Place monetary funds of lessthan five dollars with the rest of the high

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for filing until the processing section isready to handle the case.

•• Upon the receipt of PE, log the casein the Personal Effects Depot Log Book(Figure B-4). Assign a case number foreach case. The case number consists of

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a sequential number and the current year.Record the case number on allprocessing documentation and on allcontainers when the PE are packagedfor shipment. In addition, personnelwho operate the administrative sectionperform the following functions: (1)Maintain the original case files untildisposition is made on the PE; (2)Maintain an internal copy of each casefile to document all events pertaining toeach case; (3) Monitor the status andrequest disposition instructions on thePE of missing personnel; (4) Initiate andmonitor investigations pertaining tomissing PE; (5) Request dispositioninstructions for oversized items of PE;and (6) Coordinate the return of anyallied and enemy personnel PE that maybe the custody of the depot throughcommand channels to the appropriategovernment.

•• Provide administrative assistance tothe Summary Court(s) in the depot.Coordinate with the appropriateService’s casualty and/or mortuaryaffairs office to determine the PERE andto obtain disposition instruction for thePE. In addition, provide administrativeassistance in completing the requiredSummary Court reports for the SummaryCourt’s signature, according toapplicable Service regulations.

• Processing

•• Check the case file to determine theexact location of all the PE for theindividual. Locate and move all PE to acontrolled processing area. Screen andre-inventory all items. During thescreening, remove items of questionablesentimental or salable value forreviewing and determination by aSummary Court. In addition, removeitems which may cause embarrassment(pornographic material or letters) or

added sorrow if forwarded to the eligiblerecipient. These items include, but arenot limited to, PE that are contaminated,mutilated, burned, blood stained,damaged beyond repair, or unsanitary.Follow the applicable Service regulationsclosely for guidance in the removal anddestruction of the above mentioneditems. Annotate all items that aredestroyed on a certificate of destruction(Figure B-5). Prepare a memorandumlisting all items removed. Include thedisposition of these items on thememorandum. Finally, clean, launderand/or repair all items designated forshipment to the eligible recipient.

•• Re-inventory and document all PEdesignated for shipment on DD Form1076 or an appropriate Service form.Ensure that the correct status (deceasedor missing) for the individual is enteredon the inventory form. Place the newand original inventory documents alongwith any certificates of destruction,memorandum of items withdrawn, andany other documentation in the case file.Ensure that a copy of all items in thecase file is made for internal records.Place oversized items back in storageuntil disposition instruction can beobtained.

•• The Summary Court assigned to thecase oversees the processing andinventory operations according to theapplicable Service regulations. TheSummary Court is the final authority indetermining if any items are to bewithdrawn, destroyed, or held fromshipment. The Summary Court verifiesfor accuracy and signs all processingdocumentation.

• Storage and Shipping

•• Prepare the PE for shipment bycompleting the following: (1) Select

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proper size containers for shipment; (2)Line all containers with packingmaterial; (3) Coordinate for a customsinspection to coincide with the actualpacking of PE; (4) Wrap all items thatmay be damaged in shipment; (5) Placeitems in the container in reverse orderfrom that appearing on the inventory toallow for the unpacking of the items inthe order shown on the inventory; (6)Place the original case file inside on thetop of the PE prior to closing thecontainer; and (7) Close and seal thecontainer for shipment.

•• After the containers are closed andsealed, label the containers. Include thephrase “EFFECTS OF DECEASEDPERSON” or “EFFECTS OF MISSINGPERSONS” and the name, rank, SSN,and status of the particular individual.Verify that the status on the containermatches the status shown on theinventory documents. Attach a plasticpacking list envelope to each container.Place a copy of the inventory for thatcontainer inside the envelope.

•• Complete the required shippingdocuments based on previouscoordination with AMC transportationpersonnel and coordinate for an aircraft.Palletize the containers on a 463L pallet.Arrange to transport the pallets to the

AMC cargo section. Send arepresentative with the pallets to theAMC cargo area. Upon delivery of thepallets, have the representative obtain asignature on the AF Form 127 fromAMC cargo representative. Instruct therepresentative to return a signed copy ofAF Form 127 to the depot administrativesection for internal records.

•• The assigned Summary Courtsupervises the packing and shipmentoperations to include: (1) Verifying thecontents packed against the inventorysheet for accuracy; (2) Verifying that allitems are packed in a professionalmanner according to applicable Serviceregulations; (3) Ensuring that containersare securely sealed and in good workingorder upon completion of packing; (4)Ensuring that proper labels and shippingdocuments are placed on the container;(5) Verifying that the items are shippedto the eligible recipient at the correctaddress for the recipient; (6) Ensuringthat the containers are shipped on agovernment bill of lading or byregistered or insured mail; (7) Ensuringthat disposition instructions arerequested and implemented for oversizeditems; and (8) Completing all requiredreports and correspondences with theeligible recipient according to theapplicable Service regulations.

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APPENDIX CINTERMENT AND DISINTERMENT

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1. Purpose

To provide mortuary affairs procedures forthe interment and disinterment of remains.

2. Overview

This appendix provides guidance onstandardized procedures and commanders’responsibilities. It describes temporaryinterment and disinterment operations andprocedures for temporary burial. Temporaryinterment of remains OCONUS is permittedas a last resort. Every effort should be madeto return remains to CONUS as soon aspossible.

When interment is required, separateinterment sites should be established for burialof allied and enemy deceased. Whenarrangements are made to transfer remains tothe host country or to a friendly nation,commanders will maintain accountabilityrecords and provide information for all enemyor friendly deceased transferred fromtemporary interment sites for which they haveresponsibility.

3. General Guidance

a. The expedient and respectfulrepatriation of deceased personnel to theirPADD is the top priority of the joint mortuaryaffairs program. However, during extremesituations when the tactical and logisticalsituation leave no alternatives, a program oftemporary interment may be implemented.All interments, whether performed at the unitlevel or by mortuary affairs personnel, areconsidered temporary except for committalat sea. Temporary interments are a last resortused for health, safety, sanitation, and moralereasons at unit level. Unit commanders mustobtain permission from the geographic

combatant commander to conduct temporaryinterment operations. In extremecircumstances, when a unit is cut off and hasno means to communicate with higherheadquarters, the senior commander isresponsible for deciding whether temporaryinterment will be utilized after all knownsupport options have failed. Whencircumstances warrant the interment ofremains, conduct recovery operations as soonas possible.

b. Special Considerations

• Religious. Chaplain support should beavailable to hold memorial services attemporary interment sites. If unavailable,see Appendix F, “Memorial Ceremonyfor Non-Clergy Use in TemporaryInterment Situations,” for a non-clergymemorial ceremony for use by non-clergy personnel.

• Commanders should be aware of customsfollowed by various ethnic groups in theirAORs. Many cultures have variouscustoms for care of the dead.

c. Responsibilities

• Geographic Combatant Commander.The geographic combatant commanderis responsible for control andcoordination of mortuary affairs supportin the AOR. The commander mayauthorize temporary interments onlywhen operational constraints prevent theevacuation of remains out of the AOR.

• Service Component Commander.Each Service component commander inthe combatant command must provide orarrange support for its deceasedpersonnel. The prime objectives of these

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operations are to maintain morale andfield sanitation and to comply with therules of land warfare, international law,and international agreements. However,remains are to be evacuated as long asthe operational situation permits.

4. Site Selection

The burial site should be on high groundwith good drainage. Avoid areas which havehigh water tables or that can flood easily.Ensure that during the survey of the site thatpilot holes are dug to check for underlyingrock formations and ease in digging.

5. Interment Procedures

a. Opening the Burial Site. The burialsite may consist of any number of rows. Eachrow holds 10 remains, head to foot,lengthwise (see Figure C-1). The rows areapproximately 70 feet long, 3½ feet deep, andas wide as the earth-moving equipment blade(minimum of 2.5 feet). Earth-movingequipment should be used if possible, as itcan open all types of soil with relative ease.Ideally, rows should be side by side, but maynot be if terrain conditions prohibit.

b. Processing

• When remains are received, intermentsite personnel meet the personneltransporting the remains. Alldocumentation and information is turnedover to interment site personnel. If a listof remains is present, verify the list asremains are offloaded. Upon verification,mortuary affairs personnel sign for theremains.

• Assign each remains an intermentprocessing number by using the nextavailable sequential number from DDForm 1079 (Interment/DisintermentRegister, Figure C-2), Block 5. Use onepage of DD Form 1079 for each row of

10 remains. The number consists of anaccumulative number and the currentcalendar year, e.g., 00024-94.

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• Prepare two metal interment tags (FigureC-3). Write or etch the processingnumber on each tag and attach both tagsto the remains. One tag will later beattached to the burial shroud. Finally,initiate a case file for each remains,labeling the file with the intermentprocessing number and the name, rank,SSN, and branch of Service for eachremains. Include any documentationgenerated at the CP as part of theinterment case file.

• Search remains for ID media, i.e., ID tags,ID card, billfold items with name,clothing name tags. Establish tentative

identification based on one or more ofthe above ID media. Complete blocks 6through 9 of DD Form 1079. Use“unidentified” if tentative ID cannot beestablished. Complete DD Form 1076,time permitting. PE found on theremains are placed in a plastic bag andattached to the remains for interment.Personnel should ensure that the plasticbag is sealed securely. Do not removeidentification tags or ID card fromremains.

• Complete DD Form 894 by printing allavailable fingers. Ensure that the DDForm 894 is placed in the case folder.

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• Place the remains in a remains pouch orwrap with shrouding. Remove one metaltag from the remains and attach it to theoutside of the remains pouch or shroud.

• The assignment of the actual row andspace number to the remains should nottake place until the remains is at theinterment site. Then assign the nextavailable interment site row and spacenumber, i.e., Row 10, Space 6, on DDForm 1079, Block 11 a. and b. Enemy,allied, and Armed Forces of the UnitedStates should be interred in separate rowsto aid in later disinterment operations.

• Enter the row and space number on thetop right hand corner of DD Form 894and DD Form 1076. Place the remainsin the assigned row and space, in a headto foot relationship to other remains.Place all completed forms in the casefolder. Write the name and SSN of theremains on the folder label, along withthe processing number.

c. Closing the Site

• When all burials have been completedin each row, the row may be refilled. Abucket loader-type vehicle should beused for refill. Care should be taken notto drive over the rows, even after dirthas been refilled.

• Mark the beginning and end of each rowwith a metal stake. The stake shouldextend into the ground at least two feet,and two feet should be left above ground.Securely affix a metal tag to each stakeindicating the row number. Use a GPSdevice (if available) to determine thelocation of each row, and record it on DDForm 1079, Block 2. All forms andrecords will be hand-carried by specialcourier to the JMAO.

6. Committal at Sea

a. When a death occurs aboard a ship atsea and prevailing operational constraints donot permit evacuation, the remains may becommitted at sea. To perform this procedure,use the applicable regulations uponauthorization from the appropriate Servicecomponent commander. Prior to committal,the ship’s commanding officer ensures thatthe remains are positively identified.Examine identification tags and then securelyplace them on the remains. Remove PE fromthe remains and examine them foridentification value. Establish anidentification case file which consists of astatement of recognition from two individualsand a certificate of death signed by a medicalofficer. If assets permit, take and place intothe identification case file fingerprints anddental x-rays. Include in the identificationcase file any onboard medical and/or dentalrecords.

b. The ship’s commanding officer appointsan officer to be in charge of the committal.The OIC is responsible for accuratelyrecording all facts on the committal in theship’s log and for ensuring that due respectand honors be paid to the deceased. Preparethe deceased for committal by covering orshrouding the remains with a human remainspouch or other suitable material. The remainsare then weighted to ensure rapid submersion.Drape the remains with the US flag, holdreligious services, and conduct militaryhonors as authorized according to applicableregulations. The OIC acts or appoints theSummary Court to process the PE. The OICis also responsible for ensuring that all PEbelonging to the deceased are gathered,inventoried, packaged, sealed, andsafeguarded until proper disposition isarranged. Depending on the mortuary affairsprogram and the support structure that is inplace, the PE are either shipped to the PE

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depot, to the TMEP, or if the PE have beenproperly screened, directly to the eligiblerecipient. Upon committal at sea, the OICsends the identification case file and a reportcontaining the facts of the committal, toinclude the distribution of the PE, throughhigher headquarters to the joint mortuaryaffairs office.

7. Isolated Interments

a. When the tactical situation requires a unitto move out of an area in an expedient mannerwithout evacuating remains, a unit mayrequest permission through commandchannels from the geographic combatantcommander to conduct isolated interments.Isolated interments are individual shallowgraves constructed to prevent leaving remainsunattended in open areas. Inter all PE andother identification media with the remains.Do not remove the identification tags or theidentification card from the remains under anycircumstances. Attempt to mark the intermentsite in a manner that is easily distinguishablefor future recovery teams.

b. The unit prepares and submits anincident report on the isolated interment tohigher headquarters as soon as time permits.This report should then be forwarded throughchannels to the joint mortuary affairs office.Timely and accurate documentation from theunit is vital in ensuring that all remains arerecovered and evacuated in a timely manner.At a minimum, the incident report shouldinclude the following: ten digit gridcoordinates (by GPS), the number of isolatedgraves, the tentative identification of eachremains, and how each isolated grave ismarked.

8. Disinterment

a. Purpose. To provide guidance for thedisinterment of remains temporarily interredin a theater of operations.

b. Responsibilities

• Geographic Combatant Commander.The geographic combatant commanderis responsible to ensure that all temporaryinterments are disinterred and USremains are returned to CONUS fordisposition. This responsibility is carriedout by the JMAO. The JMAO isresponsible for monitoring, coordinating,and providing special guidance duringdisinterment operations.

• Service Component Commander. It isthe responsibility of the designatedService component commander tocoordinate and supervise disintermentoperations within the operational area.Service component commanders providespecialized equipment, personnel, andother support as necessary to accomplishthe mission. The componentcommander’s mortuary affairs officecoordinates with the JMAO and obtainsrecords and reports of burials which willbe necessary during the disinterment.

c. Trench Disinterment Procedures

• Whenever personnel are conductingdisinterment operations they shouldwear protective clothing, such a surgicalmasks, gloves, aprons, and other typesin accordance with Occupational Safetyand Health Administrationrequirements.

• Once in the general area of the burialsite the GPS device, in conjunction withmaps, may be used to determine the exactlocation of each row.

• The row may be opened from either end.Using a backhoe and digging with care,the operator may dig downapproximately one and one half feet.Multiple rows may be opened

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simultaneously depending on theavailability of equipment. Dig theremaining depth with hand tools so asnot to mutilate the remains.

• Remove the dirt from all sides of theremains carefully. Look for the metal tagthat was pinned to the outside of theremains pouch or shroud.

• Match the number on the tag to the DDForm 1079 processing number recordedduring interment operations.

• Complete the DD Form 1079 and prepareprocessing tag in the same manner as ininterment operations. Attach this tag tothe pouch or shroud.

• If the pouch or shroud are not intact, thesoil in the immediate area should be siftedfor skeletal anatomy and PE.

• Place remains and pouch on a litter andremove them from the row or intermentsite.

• Evacuate the remains to a MACP forprocessing and further evacuation to theTMEP. It may be beneficial to establisha CP at or near the disinterment site.

• After all rows have been opened andremains removed, refill all rows andreturn the area as close as possible to theoriginal condition. Report throughcommand channels to the JMAO whenall remains have been disinterred fromthe interment site. Include the conditionof the restored land being vacated in thisreport. Once a site has been evacuated,the JMAO is responsible for turning theland back to the appropriate hostgovernment agency. If the remains ofdeceased personnel from other nationsare still buried at the site, maintain thesite if operationally feasible or untilcustody of the site can be turned over tothe appropriate government.

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APPENDIX DDECONTAMINATION OF HUMAN REMAINS

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1. Purpose

To provide procedures for thedecontamination of human remains.

2. Overview

This appendix outlines the procedures fordecontaminating human remains andprecautions to protect personnel involved inrecovering and processing contaminatedremains. It identifies responsibilities ofcombatant commanders and the Servicecomponent commanders as well as theprocedures required to establish and operatea Mortuary Affairs DecontaminationCollection Point (MADCP). The guidancein this appendix are the general proceduresfor safely decontaminating most nuclear,chemical, and biologically contaminatedremains and PE. As no major NBC event isgoing to be the same, exact procedures foreach event can not be addressed. These arethe general procedures to be followed. In noway is this document meant to replace theinvolvement of NBC experts in thedecontamination process. It serves as a guidewhich can be tailored for each individualevent. Subject matter experts will alwaysneed to be involved in these processes. Inthe case of an NBC event, both military andcivilian experts from the medical, chemical/biological/nuclear science community, andpublic health service will be consulted. TheCenters for Disease Control and Preventionand the Office of Emergency ResponseCoordinator have reviewed these proceduresand concur that, with technical expertsmonitoring the process, the proceduresoutlined in this appendix are effective andwill render the remains safe for transport intothe United States and for release tomortuaries. These procedures do not discussor establish parameters for invasive

procedures (autopsy and embalming) oncethe remains have left the theater (with theexception of biological contamination, whichcalls for in-theater embalming and transportin sealed transfer cases). No remains leavethe theater until such time as they are safefor handling and importation into the US.In order to follow the national policy ofreturning all remains to the PADD, theremains of US personnel who die in a theaterof operations from contamination must beeffectively decontaminated. These proceduresminimize the risk of personnel who come intocontact with the remains. Special attentionshould be paid to the sections on safety andsanitation. When a NBC event occurs on thebattlefield, there is a very high probability thatmany of the deceased personnel have beenexposed to contaminating agents. At the timeof recovery, trained NBC personnel determineif a NBC hazard exists. If a NBC hazardcannot be determined on an individual basis,all remains within the affected area are treatedas contaminated. If the Joint Force CommandSurgeon determines the presence of biologicalagents, all remains are treated as biologicallycontaminated.

3. Concept of the Operation

a. A MADCP may become operationalwhenever the threat of NBC warfare exists.The JMAO acts as the theater central point ofcoordination for this operation. The handlingof contaminated remains is a three-phaseprocess consisting of the following.

• Recovery from the place of death to aMADCP, where decontamination andfield verification occur.

• Movement to the Theater QualityControl (QC) Station, where a secondverification check is made using

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specialized monitoring equipment.Positive verification of decontaminationmust be made prior to shipment ofremains out of theater.

• Final verification within the theater orupon arrival at CONUS militarymortuary, prior to preparation of theremains for release to PADD.

b. In operations where the scale ofcontaminated remains does not warrant theemployment of a MADCP, personnel from thenearest MACP are tasked to decontaminateand evacuate remains. The MACPDecontaminating and Processing Teamreports to the tasking POC and follows theprocedures outlined in paragraph 12.

c. The JMAO determines the number ofequipment sets (Annex A, “Operation ProjectStock”) required to support MADCPoperation and requests immediate delivery ofthe sets from operational project stocks (OPS)to the theater. Equipment sets are maintainedin the theater materiel management systemuntil needed. The JMAO also coordinates forspecialized monitoring equipment andpersonnel to support the second quality controland verification step at the Theater QCStation.

d. The Executive Agent for theatermortuary affairs support, in coordination withthe JMAO, develops a plan to establish thenecessary task force to:

• Support the MADCP;

• Position the necessary equipment; and

• Provide additional guidance and supportfor the decontamination operations.

e. The Executive Agent for theatermortuary affairs support, in coordination withthe JMAO, authorizes pick up of equipmentnecessary to support MADCP operations.

This equipment is picked up by the mortuaryaffairs company task force and moved to alocation adjacent to the contaminated area.

4. Responsibilities

Geographic combatant commanders areresponsible to search, recover, tentativelyidentify, and evacuate remains from their areaof responsibility. They must ensure that theproper resources and management areprovided for this mission. Commanders atthis level must coordinate the use of availablemortuary affairs and chemical assets tosupport an entire theater of operations.Component commanders ensure that thesupport requirements described below arefulfilled.

a. Training. All personnel assigned to theMADCP must be trained according to theseprocedures. They must be skilled in the useof the equipment, safety, and sanitationprocedures and, above all, NBC protectivemeasures.

b. Staffing. Special personnelrequirements exist for the operation of aMADCP. The MADCP is task forceorganized. The geographic combatantcommander establishes the task force usingorganic mortuary affairs and chemicaldecontamination personnel. The theatermortuary affairs unit is the operationalelement. NBC and medical specialists andaugmentees may be attached to the task forcefrom supporting units. However, use of thesepersonnel should be done after all otheroptions are exhausted. Military occupationalspecialty (MOS) immaterial personnel maybe tasked from any unit or activity.

c. Equipment. The MADCP has uniqueequipment which is maintained as kits in OPS.The mortuary affairs unit assigned thedecontamination mission maintains the OPSequipment when issued from theater stock.A detailed list of equipment requirements is

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in Annex A, “Operation Project Stock.” Notethat this list also contains equipment not inthe OPS kits. Equipment not in the OPS kitsis obtained from in-theater assets prior todeployment of the MADCP. Earlyidentification of the mortuary affairs unitassigned the MADCP mission assists inplanning for stocking supplies and equipmentand requesting OPS from depot stock. Themortuary affairs operational commander fillsshortages resulting from operation of theMADCP.

d. Guidance. The geographic combatantcommander establishes and publishes in theappropriate OPLANs guidance on theemployment and operation of the MADCP.

e. Command and Control. The MADCPshould be under the operational control of thetheater executive agent for mortuary affairs.The MADCP follows command-establishedmortuary affairs reporting channels.

5. Planning Considerations

Component and subordinate commandsmust develop support plans to implementMADCP operations. They should integratethe support plan into an existing OPLAN. Aseparate Letter of Instruction or StandingOperating Procedures may be developed aswell. The areas to consider when planningMADCP operations are as follows.

a. Capabilities. For planning purposes,30-48 remains can be processed during a 12-hour period for each MADCP site.

b. Supplies and Equipment. Suppliesand equipment arrive in the theater as OPS.Since some items necessary for the operationof the MADCP are not in the project stock,prior planning is essential for the stockage andreplenishment of supplies and equipment(Annex A., “Operation Project Stock”).

c. Personnel. Figure D-1 shows therequired personnel for the operation of theMADCP. These personnel must bethoroughly trained in NBC operations, andthe use of personnel protective measures.Operational personnel should be from theArmy; however, the requirement may befilled by personnel from other Services thathave different codes for specialties.

d. External Support

• Transportation. Planners shouldconsider dedicated transportation assetsto reduce confusion and avoid the spreadof contamination. Equipment used toevacuate remains to the MADCP mustbe decontaminated prior to leaving theMADCP site.

• Engineer Support. Engineer support isrequired to prepare the MADCP site, whichincludes a sump. Coordinate for engineersupport through the logistics channels.

• Communications. Communicationsequipment, such as long-FM radios,wire, and hand-held sets, is imperativein this operation because this missionmust be isolated.

• Decontamination. Personnel support isrequired after completion of the mission.Detailed troop decontamination takesapproximately one hour. The MADCPsite will require a complete detaileddecontamination by a chemicaldecontamination unit.

• Security. Plan for security forces toprotect against enemy action and/or toprevent unauthorized personnel fromentering the MADCP operational area.

• Medical Support. Medical support isnecessary for MADCP personnel, not

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QUANTITY PAY GRADE TITLE/JOB STATION

1 03/02 Mortuary Affairs Officer, OIC Release

1 E7 Mortuary Affairs Specialist, NCOIC Dismount

1 E6 Mortuary Affairs NCO Dismount

4 Immaterial Litter Bearer Dismount

1 E5 NBC NCO Reception

2 E1-4 Mortuary Affairs Specialist Reception

2 Immaterial Litter Bearers Reception

1 E5 Station NBC NCOIC Wash/Rinse

2 E1-4 Mortuary Affairs Specialist Wash/Rinse

2 Immaterial Station Operators Wash/Rinse

1 E5 Mortuary Affairs NCO Wash/Rinse

5 Immaterial Litter Bearers Detection QC

1 E1-4 Mortuary Affairs Specialist Detection QC

1 E6 NCOIC/Chemical NCO Detection QC

1 E5 Mortuary Affairs NCO Release

2 Immaterial Litter Bearer Release

1 E1-4 Mortuary Affairs Specialist Release

2 E5 Medical NCO Release

1 E6 Mortuary Affairs NCO (Theater QC Station)

1 E1-4 Mortuary Affairs Specialist (Theater QC Station)

1 E6 NBC NCO (Theater QC Station)

4 Immaterial Litter Bearers (Theater QC Station) 38 (Total)

Figure D-1. Personnel Required for the Mortuary Affairs Decontamination Collection Point

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only for combat-related injury but foroccupational hazards resulting fromworking in such an environment. Therewill be medics assigned to the MADCPtask force to provide this support.

• Maintenance. Maintenance supportshould be provided by nearby DS or GSmaintenance units.

• EOD Support. EOD support is requiredto clear unexploded ordnance which isremoved from the remains and the worksite. Coordination should be made tohave EOD personnel “on call” to supportthis operation.

• Life Support and/or PersonnelServices. MADCP personnel should besupported by the nearest unit forsubsistence, laundry, bath, and billeting.

6. Site Selection

A MADCP kit may be prepositioned tosupport an operational sector in anticipationof the need to process contaminated remainsor deployed to support a known contaminatedarea. Proximity to the contaminated area orthe sector to be supported is the primary factorfor site location, followed by environmentaland terrain considerations. The MADCP siteshould be located upwind of the contaminatedarea. NBC staff should be consulted inpicking a MADCP location, as they canadvise on expected flow of contamination.

a. Environmental Considerations.Factors to be considered are the runoff ofcontaminated water and the proximity to apopulated area (civilian or military).Restoration of a MADCP site is not amortuary affairs concern; detaileddecontamination site clearing will have to beaccomplished by chemical company units.NBC staff and local governments will haveto decide when to declare an area safe forreentry.

b. Terrain Considerations. Naturalconcealment and shading, such as small hills,sand dunes, buildings, and trees, are idealfactors when planning to locate the MADCP.Proximity to a good road network andavailability of landing zones and airfields isalso important.

7. Facility Layout

The layout of the MADCP follows a strictconfiguration to ensure that no steps in thedecontamination process are overlooked. Thesite should be protected by concertina wirewith access at the dismount and release points.NBC markers are employed around the entireMADCP perimeter. Figure D-2 shows thesuggested hotline layout of the MADCP. Theclean-side of the hot line should be locatedupwind of the contaminated area. Theprocessing line (from dismount point todetection point) should be in a straight lineparallel to the wind direction. This willreduce the hazard of vapor contamination ofthe clean area.

a. The layout sequence is as follows.

• Dismount point• Holding station• Reception station• Wash/Rinse station• Detection/QC station• Release point

b. The MADCP is approximately 250meters long and 100 meters wide. Thesedimensions can be increased or decreased asneeded.

8. Chemical DecontaminationOperations

This paragraph describes the operation ofa MADCP, station by station, when chemicalcontamination is present. Surfacedecontamination procedures of biological

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agents and the removal of nuclearcontamination are similar but do have somedifferences. They are discussed in more detailin paragraphs 10 and 11. Contaminationmonitoring and test equipment used isdependent on the type of contamination.NBC staff will have to determine the type ofagent(s) used and the appropriate monitorand/or test equipment needed for a particularcontamination. In the event that more thanone type of contamination (i.e., chemical vs.biological) exists, first conduct chemicaldecontamination and then any other requiredsteps as listed in paragraphs 10 or 11. Remainsand PE flow through the MADCP in a specificsequence to complete decontamination andensure accountability. When the remains andPE reach the final stage of processing, QCchecks are made to ensure the effectivenessof the process.

a. Dismount Point. The dismount pointis the point of delivery for contaminatedremains. It is located outside the MADCPperimeter, in close proximity to the holdingarea. Remains which are not contaminatedare processed through normal CP channels;they are not accepted at the MADCP.

• Personnel

•• Mortuary Affairs NCO, E7, one each.


•• Litter bearers, MOS immaterial, foureach.

• Duties. The duties of personnel at thedismount point are described below.

•• Mortuary Affairs NCO (E7): Servesas NCOIC of the dismount point andsupervises all aspects of the MADCPoperation.

•• Mortuary Affairs NCO (E6): Assignsevacuation number to each remains and

makes entries on DD Form 1077. Entersevacuation number on a metal tag andattaches the tag to the remains. Ensuresthat any unused munitions, such asgrenades or small arms, are placed inthe munitions holding area. This is asandbagged area at least 20 meters fromany processing area. If any unexplodedordnance is found, EOD personnel willbe called. Ensures that all remains arehandled with dignity and respect. Takesactions required to ensure that remainsare moved efficiently through theprocess. Ensures that refrigeratedcontainers are maintained between 34and 37 degrees Fahrenheit and thatproper preventive maintenance isperformed daily.

•• Litter Bearers: Receive remainsfrom the delivering organization. Assistin offloading the vehicle if necessary.Remove unused munitions and place itin the munitions storage area. Moveremains to the designated holding areaor reception station as directed by themortuary affairs NCO.

• Procedures. The driver and the assistantdriver of the evacuation vehicle unloadthe remains and PE. The mortuary affairsNCO assigns an evacuation number andrecords information on DD Form 1077.The evacuation number is written on ametal tag and tied to a boot or foot, ifpresent, of the remains. Remains are thenplaced on a litter, strapped down, andmoved to the holding area where theyare placed in refrigerated storage. Ifthe reception station is free of remains,the first remains are taken directlythere. The remainder are placed in theholding area.

• Equipment. Equipment quantities willvary, but they are based on 300 remainsrequirement. Items and quantities areas follows.

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•• Tent, general purpose small, one each(Tent light will come from line fromTEMPER tent.)

•• Screen, latrine, three each.

•• Desk, field, one each.•• Chair, folding, five each.

•• Litter, 150 each.

•• Roller conveyors, 10 each.

•• Stand/Litter, 20 each.

•• Heater, space, 45,000 BTU.

•• Clipboard, 9 by 12, five each.

•• Flashlight, three each.

•• Book, Memo, two each.

•• Lantern, gasoline, one each.

•• Telephone, TA 1035, one each.

•• Back belt, five each.

•• Tags, metal with ties, 500 each.

•• Scriber, metal, hand held, 10 each.

b. Holding Station. This is a holding areaat which remains await processing at thereception station.

• Personnel. No personnel are allocatedfor this station.

• Procedures. Remains are brought herefrom the dismount station and shouldremain in refrigeration until moved to thereception station. This station is used tokeep backlog out of the processing areas.As remains are taken from the holdingarea, they are placed on a spine boardwhich is placed on the roller conveyor.

Remains may then be moved easily onthe roller conveyor system.

• Equipment. Equipment is as follows.

•• Four each, container, refrigerated8x8x20', with litter racks. •• Six roller conveyors.

•• 30 litters.

•• 12 litter stands.

•• 30 spine boards, painted, wood/chemical resistant.

c. Reception Station. Here the remainsare prepared for decontamination. Remainsare brought to the reception station on a spineboard and rolled on the roller conveyor.Recommended reception station layout isshown in Figure D-3.

• Personnel. Reception station personnelare as follows.

•• NBC NCO, E5, one each.

•• Mortuary Affairs Specialist, E1-4, twoeach.

•• Litter bearer, skill/grade immaterial,two each.

• Duties. The duties of personnel at thereception station are described below.

•• NBC NCO. Supervises all activitiesof station operation. Supervises theremoval and disposal of clothing andequipment and ensures proper protectiveposture is maintained during processing.Ensures the proper work and rest cycleis maintained and that rehydrationpolicies are followed. Provides guidanceon care and operation of the variousmonitoring and/or detection devices and/or kits, and ensures that proper operating

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procedures are followed. Ensuresefficient flow of remains through thestation.

•• Effects and Remains Handler 1.Removes clothing, equipment, and PEfrom the remains. Inspects clothing andequipment for identification media anddescribes PE and other identificationmedia to the recorder. Placescontaminated PE in a plastic bag andgives it to a litter bearer. Reattaches themetal tag to remains. Places equipmentand clothing in hazardous wastecontainers.

•• Effects and Remains Handler 2.Records PE on DD Form 1076. Putsthe completed DD Form 1076 in the casefolder and gives it to the litter bearer.

•• Litter Bearers. Move remains andPE from holding area to reception station.Ensure that remains are positioned onthe litter to allow rolling on the conveyorsystem. Move the remains and PE tothe wash and rinse station whenprocessing is complete. Give

contaminated PE and case file to thewash and rinse station mortuary affairsspecialist.

• Procedures. A team of two personnelinventory the PE. The mortuary affairsspecialist removing the PE calls out theeffects to a second mortuary affairsspecialist, who records them on DDForm 1076. They cut open all pocketsto ensure that they recover all effects.They cut off all clothing for ease inremoval. Identification tags foundaround the neck are left on the remains.The metal tag with the evacuationnumber is reattached to the remains.Because of the “wicking” effect ofclothing and other porous items (suchas wooden splinters), all visiblefragments of clothing or foreign debrisor similar substances are removed fromwounds. All PE are checked with theappropriate monitor and/or test kitdevice for chemical contamination.Effects which test negative are placedin a plastic bag along with a tag withthe evacuation number on it. DurablePE (such as watches or rings) which test

Figure D-3. Suggested Reception Station Layout

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positive are also placed in a plastic bagwith an evacuation number tag.Nondurable items which test positive areentered on a certification of destructionand placed in the contaminated wastebarrels with all contaminated clothingand equipment. The MADCP NCOICor OIC signs this certificate. Thecertificate of destruction becomes adocument in the remains’ case file.Items of intelligence value are placed ina plastic bag, tagged with the sameevacuation number as the remains, andset aside. An intelligence officer iscontacted to determine properdisposition of the items. A check is madeto ensure that the evacuation number tagis still attached to the remains. As soonas clothing is removed and PEinventoried and cared for, the PE whichhas not been removed for destruction andthe case file are given to the litter bearerwho hand carries them to the next stationwith the remains. To ensure the properdignity and respect due the remains,private areas are kept covered duringprocessing.

• Equipment. Equipment is as follows.

•• Tent, TEMPER, tropical, 32x20'.

•• Light, Bruce, 4 sets.

•• Strap assembly (for light system), 1set.

•• Environmental control unit, 1 each.

•• Scissors, bandage, 15 each.

•• Scissors, heavy-duty, 15 each.

•• Bag, plastic, self-sealing, 500 each.

•• Drum, hazardous waste, 20 each.

•• Table, field, 2 each.

•• Chair, folding, 5 each.

•• Roller, conveyors.

•• Back belt, 2 each.

•• Tags, blank with string, 500 each.

•• Spine boards, 10 each.

d. Wash and Rinse Station. On arrival atthe station, the litter bearers move the remainsto the wash and rinse portion of the tent. Theremains are left on the spine board and rollerconveyors. Recommended layout is shown inFigure D-4.

• Personnel

•• Station NBC NCO, E5, one each.


•• Mortuary Affairs Specialist, E1-4,two each.

•• Station operator, skill or gradeimmaterial, two each.

• Duties. The duties of personnel at thewash and rinse station are describedbelow.

•• Station NCOIC. Supervises allactivities of the wash and rinse station.Ensures efficient flow of remains throughthe station. Ensures that remains arewashed, rinsed, and drained properly.Directs the mixing of the sodiumhypochlorite solution IAW Figure D-B-1.

•• Mortuary Affairs NCO. Ensuresthat case file and PE accompany eachremains during movement. Maintainssecurity over case file and PE. Monitorsthe wash and rinse process, maintainingaccountability over each remains.

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Ensures that remains are handled withdignity and respect at all times.

•• Remains Handlers. Assist indecontamination process by positioningand washing remains. Brush remainsduring sodium hypochlorite wash. Moveremains and PE to the detection/QCstation.

•• Station Operators. Operate spraydevice.

•• Procedures. The litter bearersescorting the remains give the case fileand all PE to the Mortuary Affairs NCO.The remains are sprayed with soapywater. Then the entire remains arewashed with a sponge. Personnel mustbe sure to wash between the legs andunder the arms, and pay particularattention to the hair, eyes, mouth, andears. The remains must be rolled on theside to ensure that they are completelywashed. When this is completed, asodium hypochlorite solution is used.Figures D-B-1 and D-B-2 provide proper

mixing instructions for sodiumhypochlorite and other decontaminatingsolutions. A sponge or soft-bristle brushis used in conjunction with the spray.(Again, the remains will have to berolled on the side to brush the backportions.) Particular attention must bepaid to hair, scalp, pubic areas, andfingernails. A moderate pressure sprayis used. The spray is directed intowounds, the mouth, and nostrils. Thesodium hypochlorite solution must be incontact with the remains for at least fiveminutes prior to washing off. Finally, aclear water rinse is used to remove theresidue from the remains. The spineboard must be cleaned anddecontaminated in the same manner asthe remains. Run-off is captured in asump as shown in the layout diagram.The sump is lined with an NBCprotective cover to prohibit seepage ofrun-off into the ground. Thecontaminated PE is decontaminated inthe same manner as the remains. PE isplaced in a clean plastic bag afterdecontamination and moved with the

Figure D-4. Suggested Wash/Rinse Station Layout

PE / CASE FILE

REST AREA

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SUGGESTED WASH / RINSE STATION LAYOUT

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remains. A tag with the remains’evacuation number on it is placed in theplastic bag with the effects. The remainsare allowed to drain completely beforebeing moved to the detection/QC station.The remains handlers move the remains,case file, and PE to the detection/QCstation. At the wash and rinse station,the sides of the tent must be rolled up toallow for ventilation.

• Equipment. The principal decontaminationapparatus is a modified tank pump unit(TPU). This consists of two 600-gallontanks and a 50-gallons-per-minute(GPM) pump, plus hoses. This assemblyis loaded on a 5-ton cargo truck, makingit a self-contained, transportable system.Although this item is primarily used forpetroleum, it will work well for thisapplication. If it has been previously usedfor petroleum, the system must be purgedwith soapy water before using. (Soapywater must not be run through the filterand/or separator. The hoses are changedso that the filter separator is bypassed.)One tank is filled with clear water. Theother tank is used for the sodiumhypochlorite solution. An alternative toa TPU is the DecontaminatingApparatus M17 or M12A1, PowerDriven Decontaminating Apparatus(PDDA). Both require modification ofan additional 50 gallons-per-minute-pump, so that soapy wash water can bepumped directly into the wash stationand a tank for holding the soapy water.As these items come with all necessarycomponents, a detailed listing is notprovided in the operational project stocklist. Either a modified TPU or M12A1/M17 will work. See Figure D-5 fordetails on set up of the TPU. Items andquantities of equipment are as follows.

•• Tent, TEMPER, tropical, 32x20', 1each.

•• Sodium hypochlorite.

•• Roller conveyor, 6 each.

•• Table, field, folding, 2 each.


•• PDDA or TPU two 600-gallon tanks,50 GPM pump.

•• Pump, 65 GPM, 1 each.

•• Desk, field, one each.

•• Hose assembly (1 1/2 inch with sprayattachment).

•• Brush, soft bristle, and sponges, 10each.

•• NBC protective cover (for sumpliner).


•• Light, Bruce with strap assembly, 4sets.

•• Strap assembly, 1 set.

•• Detergent, disinfectant.

•• Truck, cargo, 5-Ton.

•• Spray attachment, 1 each.

•• Apron, TAP, 4 each.

e. Detection/QC Station. Litter bearersmove the remains, PE, and case file from thewash and rinse station and bring them to thedetection/QC station. Here the remains arechecked to ensure that all contamination hasbeen eliminated. Recommended layout isshown in Figure D-6.

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• Personnel. Personnel are as follows.


•• Mortuary Affairs Specialist, E1-4, oneeach.

•• Litter bearers, skill or gradeimmaterial, five each.

• Duties. The duties of personnel at thedetection/QC station are describedbelow.

•• NBC NCO. Checks each remainswith the appropriate monitoring and/ortest kit and/or device. Directs thatremains which test positive be returnedto the wash and rinse station. Enforcesthe protective posture procedures for allpersonnel.

•• Mortuary Affairs Specialist.Maintains chain of custody over remainsand PE. Monitors the handling ofremains and PE during processing,ensuring that the remains are treated

Figure D-5. Tank/Pump Unit Layout

TANK / PUMP UNIT LAYOUT

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with dignity and respect. Ensures thatmetal tag with the evacuation numberis attached to each remains. Attaches apaper tag with the same evacuationnumber on it to remains pouch before itis moved from the station. Gives PE andcase file to litter bearer to move with theremains to the hot line.

•• Litter Bearers. Receive remains, PE,and case file from the wash and rinsestation. Ensure that remains arepositioned securely on roller conveyor.Give PE to mortuary affairs specialist.Move the remains, case file, and PE tothe hot line.

• Procedures. The mortuary affairsspecialist ensures that the PE and casefile are secure. As the remains lies onthe spine board on the roller conveyor,the litter bearers place the top half of atransfer case over the remains. The NBCNCO then raises the side of the transfercase and checks the remains with theappropriate test and/or monitor kit and/or device. The PE is then checked with

the appropriate monitoring and/or testkit and/or device. The top half of thetransfer case is then removed. It iscleaned with decontaminating solutionas needed. The remains is then placedin a human remains pouch, and theremains, effects and case file are movedto the hot line. If the remains or effectsregister contamination, they are returnedto the wash and rinse station to repeatthe decontamination process. If remainsor PE continue to register contaminationafter a second decontamination, they willonce again be decontaminated. If afterthree decontamination attempts theremains and/or PE still registercontamination, they are segregated in theholding area and technical experts areconsulted. If remains can not bedecontaminated, they are interred intheater, with the geographic combatantcommander’s concurrence. At the hotline, litter bearers are met by litterbearers from the release station. Theremains are transferred to a clean litterbrought from the release station. Thelitter bearers return the spine board to

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CAM CHECK STATION

REST AREA

ROLLER CONVEYOR

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Figure D-6. Suggested Detection/QC Release Station Layout

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the reception station. The case file andPE are transferred to the litter bearersfrom the release station. The hot line isthe point where the remains are movedfrom a contaminated area to anoncontaminated area. Personnel fromthe contaminated area do not cross tothe noncontaminated side withoutcompleting the personaldecontamination process.

• Equipment. Items and quantities ofequipment are as follows.


•• Environmental Control Unit.

•• Human remains pouch, 300 each.

•• Stand, litter, folding, 12 each.•• Roller conveyor, 6 each.

•• Trash can, 2 each.


•• Light, bruce, 4 sets.


•• Strap assembly, 1 each.

•• Case transfer, 1 each.

f. Release Station. Since this station islocated in a clean area, personnel are notrequired to wear mission-oriented protectiveposture (MOPP) ensemble. However, itshould be readily available in the work area.Litter bearers from the release station meetinglitter bearers from the side detection/QCstation should wear MOPP gloves and carrytheir mask in its carrier. Personnel from thedetection/QC station should be in MOPP 4.Recommended layout is shown in FigureD-7.

• Personnel

•• Mortuary Affairs OIC, O2/3, oneeach.



Figure D-7. Suggested Release Station Layout

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OIC

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ROLLER CONVEYOR

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•• Litter bearers, skill or gradeimmaterial, two each.

•• Medical NCO, E5, two each.

• Duties. Duties of personnel at the releasestation are described below.

•• OIC. Oversees the operation of theentire decontamination point. Monitorsthe health and welfare of all personnel.Certifies that all remains aredecontaminated and ready for furtherevacuation. Reports status of operationto higher headquarters.

•• Mortuary Affairs NCO. Serves asstation NCO, directing all aspects of themission. Ensures proper handling ofremains. Ensures that remains areproperly stored in refrigerated containerand prepared for evacuation. Monitorsthe handling of PE and preparation ofall recorded data for accuracy andcompleteness. Briefs transportationdriver concerning handling of remains,accountability for remains, and deliveryinstructions.

•• Mortuary Affairs Specialist. Makesentries on the MFFIMS system andchecks accuracy of PE inventories.Attaches seal to remains pouch. Makesentries on DD Forms 1076 and 1075.

•• Litter Bearers. Place remains insecond remains pouch. Place remains inrefrigerated storage, as directed by stationNCO. Load remains on evacuationvehicles.

•• Medical NCOs. Provides first aid andpreventive medicine to MADCPpersonnel as needed. Monitors personnelfor symptoms of dehydration, heat stress,or psychiatric stress, and treatsaccordingly. Coordinates for additionalmedical personnel as needed.

• Procedures. Remains, PE, and the casefile are taken to this station by litterbearers from the hot line. The remainsand pouch are placed in a second remainspouch. The PE and case file are given tothe mortuary affairs specialist, whomakes the appropriate entries on theMFFIMS. The specialist also performsa second inventory of PE and checksthem against the DD Form 1076. If theinventory is correct, the mortuary affairsspecialist signs the DD Form 1076. Thespecialists places the PE and case file ina large plastic bag, selects a seal, andenters the number on the top of DD Form1076. The PE bag is placed inside theremains pouch with the remains. Theseal is then placed through the zipper ofthe outside remains pouch and secured.If the inventory is incorrect, shortagesare investigated with previousprocessing stations. Overages are addedto the DD Form 1076. If unable toresolve the discrepancy, the mortuaryaffairs specialist annotates the shortageon the form, then signs for the remainderof the items. The remains are thenplaced in refrigerated storage to awaitevacuation. Prior to evacuation, DDForm 1075 is prepared. The seal numberis also placed in block 7a. after the name.Prior to release of the remains forevacuation, the OIC signs a certificationof decontamination statement for eachremains. The following statement, whichmay be in locally devised format, isincluded in the case file of each remains.“This remains, evacuation number________ has been processed through allstations of the decontamination processon ______ (date). The remains has testednegative for chemical/nuclearcontamination and is certified eligible forfurther evacuation.” When remains areevacuated, the escort (driver, assistantdriver, pilot, crew chief) signs for theremains and PE.

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• Equipment. Equipment is listed below.


•• Light, bruce, 4 sets.

•• Strap assembly, 1 set.

•• Container, refrigerated, 8x8x20', 4each.

•• Laptop computer with MFFIMSsystem, 1 each.

•• Stand, litter, 12 each.

•• Human remains pouch, 300 each.

•• Seal, numbered, wire, 300 each.

•• Table, field, 2 each.


•• Tag, paper, 300 each.

•• DD Form 1076, 600 each.

•• DD Form 1075, 600 each.


•• Telephone, TA 1035, with data port.

•• Litter, 130 each.

•• Medical aid bag with chemical agentantidote injectors.

g. Theater Quality Control Station.This station is the final decontaminationcheck before remains are sent to the TMEPfor return to CONUS. It should be locatednear the TMEP to ease the transfer of remainsand further evacuation.

• Personnel




•• Litter bearers, skill or gradeimmaterial, four each.

• Duties. Duties of personnel at thetheater QC station are described below.

•• NBC NCO. Oversees the QCprocedures; certifies that the remainshave tested negative for contamination.

•• Mortuary Affairs NCO. Ensures theproper receipt, processing, accountability,and evacuation of remains and PE.Ensures that the remains are moved tothe TMEP when cleared.

•• Mortuary Affairs Specialist.Inventories all PE and fills out block 11of DD Form 1076; ensures that PE andthe case file stay with the remains. Listseach remains on DD Form 1077(Collection Point Register of DeceasedPersonnel), and ensures that thecertificate of clearance is placed in thecase file. Ensures that remains arehandled with dignity and respect at alltimes.

•• Litter Bearers. Unload vehicles andplace remains and litters on litter standswithin the station, assist indecontaminating any remains which testspositive, and load remains on vehiclesduring evacuation.

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• Procedures. Decontamination and/orQC procedures are established bypersonnel operating the check station.Remains are checked at this station usingthe appropriate monitor and/or test kitsand/or devices. Many government andcivilian contractors have usedspecialized air monitoring samplers tomonitor the air in large storage areas forresidue chemical and nuclearcontamination (i.e., Johnston Atoll,chemical plants, nuclear power plants,nuclear weapons facility). State-of-the-art systems should be acquired and usedat this station if a large number ofremains are expected to pass through thearea and remain for any length of time.Civilian contract technical equipmentoperators and the operating system willhave to be procured from outside thetheater. Remains arrive at the station,where litter bearers unload vehicles andmove remains into the facility. Littersare placed on litter stands as directed bystation operating personnel. Themortuary affairs specialist re-inventoriesPE of each remains and completes block11 on DD Form 1076. Effects are left inthe pouch with the remains during thefinal check procedures. However, theyare opened to expose them for thedecontamination check. After DD Form1076 is verified, it is placed with the casefolder in the remains pouch. Should anyremains test positive at this point, theymust be moved to an adjacent area.There they are washed again with ahypochlorite solution, rinsed, andrechecked. An area should be preparedfor this in advance. If after threeattempts at decontamination, theremains continues to registercontamination, they are segregated fromother remains and the appropriateagencies are contacted. If remains cannot be decontaminated, they will beinterred in-theater with the geographiccombatant commander’s concurrence.

Prior to evacuation from this station, theNCOIC signs a statement certifying thatthe remains and PE have been tested andare clear for further evacuation. Thestatement should read as follows: “Icertify that the remains andaccompanying PE, evacuation number______ have tested negative forcontamination at the theater qualitycontrol station on _________ (date).The remains are cleared for evacuationto the continental United States.”

9. Safety and Sanitation

Safety is a major concern in all operations.Leaders must be aware of safety-relatedfactors involving contamination, the wearingof MOPP overgarments, and liftingrequirements. Sanitation of the site andpersonnel is another major concern. Not onlyare MADCP personnel working incontaminated areas, but they are exposed tohuman remains with all the health-relatedproblems associated with this type ofenvironment.

a. Heat Stress. Heat stress is a vital aspectwhen working under conditions found in aMADCP. Supervisors must watch for signsof heat injury. Medical NCOs are assigned tothe MADCP to monitor personnel closely forsigns of heat injury and to provide first aid.The medical NCOs need to be well versed inthe treatment of heat injuries. One of themmoves throughout the entire site monitoringpersonnel for symptoms of injuries.

b. Work and Rest Cycles. Work and restcycles may be found in Army Field Manual(FM) 3-4 and FM 3-5, “NBC Decontamination.”When operating in temperatures above 75degrees Fahrenheit, leaders must consider theability of personnel to accomplish the mission.Once personnel reach their maximum workload for heat stress, they cannot recoverquickly enough to accomplish thedecontamination mission.

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c. Lifting Requirements. MADCPpersonnel must follow proper liftingtechniques when moving remains. Theyshould be instructed on how to lift with theirlegs and not with their back. Back beltsshould be used where strenuous lifting occurs.

d. Hazardous Waste Disposal. Disposalof contaminated waste is a major concern forthe MADCP. All uniforms, equipment,overgarments, and bandages should beconsidered contaminated. The MADCP mustdispose of this waste properly. The MADCP,with proper NBC support, must close outoperations and complete a thoroughdecontamination as specified in NBCdecontamination manuals, just as any otherunit operating in a contaminated environmentwould. General procedures should followthose listed below.

• All clothing should be placed in the samesump into which the water from the washand rinse station was drained. The sumpis located adjacent to the wash and rinsestation. It should be large enough toaccommodate approximately 1,000gallons of water. When decontaminationoperations are finished, a sufficientamount of high test hypochlorite (HTH)is added to ensure that any residualchemical or biological agents areneutralized. The amount is determinedby the local NBC authority. This ismixed thoroughly and allowed to sit forone hour. The sump is then refilled withthe excavated dirt. In the event ofnuclear decontamination, the site mustbe marked and reported in accordancewith NBC doctrine.

• Implement an alternate means of disposalwhen the sump cannot be used. Burningwaste is not preferred, as burning causesdownwind vapor hazards. (See ArmyFM 3-5, “NBC Decontamination,” formore information.) If burning is the

method selected, the followingprocedures must be followed.

•• An NBC-3 report must be preparedprior to burning waste, and all unitsdownwind must be notified throughcommand channels.

•• The fire must be started before thecontaminated materials are added.

•• After burning is completed, threeparts super tropical bleach (STB) aremixed with two parts ashes, and themixture is buried. Regardless of themethod of destruction, the area must bemarked with standard NBC warningtriangles. Clothing or protective gearworn by MADCP personnel must bedisposed of in the same way as those ofthe remains, to include gloves andaprons.

e. Blood-Borne Pathogens. During thehandling of remains, care is taken to avoidexposure to blood or body fluids. Rubbergloves, aprons, surgical masks, and eyeprotection must be worn when working withremains. If contact is made, the area is washedimmediately with disinfectant and/or soapsolution.

10. Biological Contamination

The use of biological agents may not beknown prior to the recovery anddecontamination operations. If it is suspectedthat biological agents have been employed,all remains recovered in the contaminated areawill be decontaminated IAW this paragraph.All personnel must follow strict guidance forthe wearing of personal protective equipmentwhen handling remains when a biologicalhazard is suspected. With some modification,(mostly lowering or raising the pH balanceof the decontaminating solution) the sameprocedures which are effective for the

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decontamination of chemical agents areeffective for the removal and surfacedecontamination of biological agentcontamination. Once the biological agent isknown, the pH of the decontaminatingsolution will be changed to a level requiredby the Theater Command Surgeon.(Instructions for this are included inFigure D-B-1.) However, additionalprecautions are necessary because activebiological agents may persist internally in theremains. Remains contaminated with anyagent listed in the Code of FederalRegulations Title 42, Chapter 1, § 71.32 (b)(cholera or suspected cholera, infectioustuberculosis, plague, suspected smallpox,yellow fever, or suspected viral hemorrhagicfevers) will require embalming, shipment ina hermetically sealed case, and/or a Centersfor Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Biosafety Branch, Office of Health and Safetypermit prior to the shipment of remains. Insuch a case, decontamination proceduresmust be modified to include the requiredadditions. Procedures are developed basedon the type of biological agent. If a theatermortuary is necessary for the embalming ofremains, it should be set up outside thecontaminated area. Remains leaving theMADCP have no surface contamination.Normal procedures now used by civilianmorgue and funeral workers for theprocessing of “biologically infected” remainsare safe and adequate in protecting theworkers and the public.

a. Remains suspected of biologicalcontamination must be placed in two humanremains pouches and marked"(BIOLOGICAL [BIO])" prior to evacuationto a MADCP. These remains must be keptseparate from other remains during theprocessing and while awaiting transportation.The top of all case file forms must be marked"BIO."

b. Non-durable PE considered to becontaminated with biological agents must be

entered on a certificate of destruction andplaced in separate contaminated waste barrelsmarked "BIO." Durable PE are treated thesame as those for chemical agentcontamination.

c. Verification with the chemical agentmonitor (CAM) at the end of thedecontamination process is omitted.

d. The theater senior medical advisorshould, based on the type of contamination,establish specific procedures for furtherhandling of remains.

11. Nuclear Contamination

When the potential for the use of nuclearweapons exists, MADCP personnel must beprepared to process mass fatalities. Deathscan occur from the immediate effects of thenuclear explosion (blast and shock, initialnuclear radiation, and thermal radiation) orfrom exposure to the residual nuclear radiation(primarily fallout).

a. The MADCP must take specialprecautions in the recovery and decontaminationprocesses. Radiation surveys must be added toall MADCP operations. These include routesof travel, MADCP sites, and all remains broughtto the MADCP.

b. An important difference betweenchemical and nuclear decontamination is thatnuclear contamination is not neutralized bythe decontaminant solution. It is merelymoved. Thus, the wastewater becomescontaminated and must be managed. TheMADCP must use time (minimize), distance(maximize), and shielding (maximize) fromradiation to reduce its nuclear radiationexposure.

c. The unit commander is responsible forthe recovery and evacuation of remains to anMACP. Unit personnel may be assisted bymortuary affairs personnel if the situation

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allows. Recovered remains must be placedin a human remains pouch and marked witha tag displaying the letters NUCLEAR.Remains should be moved to thedecontamination site in a covered vehicle.

d. Before entering a nuclear-contaminatedarea to recover remains, personnel mustmonitor the area to determine the parametersunder which recovery personnel may work,(how long, where, with what protection orspecial equipment). MADCP personnel musttake the appropriate precautions IAW NBCavoidance and handling regulations dependentupon the type of radiation contamination. Itis not intended that commanders needlesslysubject their personnel to extreme hazards torecover the dead. Retain the outer clothingon the remains during transportation to theMADCP to assist in tentative identification.(Place remains on clean cloth, remove outerclothing and place in plastic bag, placeremains in human remains pouch, close andtag both pouch and clothing bag, and transportboth on same vehicle to preclude loss.)

e. Nuclear-contaminated remains aredecontaminated using the chemicalprocedures outlined in paragraph 8, exceptthat the sodium hypochlorite wash is notneeded. Remains are cleaned with soap andwater and brushing. Water is used to rinsethe body. Shielding is used to minimizeexposure to MADCP personnel. NormalMOPP gear, such as personal protectionensemble, rubber aprons, gloves, and masksshould be used for shielding. Wastewater isdirected into a sump, where it is contained tominimize the spread of contamination andprotect MADCP personnel. Before leavingthe area, personnel fill the sump and mark itwith standard nuclear contaminationmarkers.

f. Any clothing on the remains is removedand placed in metal drums. The drums areplaced at least 10 meters outside the work area.The metal lids are kept on the drums when

they are not removed for depositing clothing.Remains need to be surveyed with aappropriate monitor at this point. Theremains are moved on the roller conveyor ona spineboard. PE are removed and placed ina plastic bag. The evacuation numberassigned the remains is written on a papertag and placed in the bag with the effects.The litter bearer hand carries the PE and thecase folder as the remains is moved to thewash and rinse station.

g. At the wash and rinse station, theremains are decontaminated using the sameprocedure as chemical or biologicalcontamination, with the exception of thehypochlorite wash. The remains are washedand brushed with the soapy water spray, thenimmediately rinsed with the clear water spray.As remains are washed and brushed, closeattention is paid to face, hands, fingernails,and hair. Small brushes (such as atoothbrush) are used to remove falloutparticles from under fingernails. PE areremoved from the plastic bag. Metallic ordurable items (not adversely affected bywater) are hand washed using a small brush.Nondurable items such as paper and walletsand their contents, are brushed thoroughly.All PE are placed in a clean plastic bag andaccompany the remains to the detection/QCstation. Once the washing process iscomplete, the remains are removed to thedetection/QC station.

h. On arrival at the detection/QC station,the remains and PE are surveyed separatelywith the appropriate monitor. If remains orPE registers contamination, they are returnedto the holding area. Based on the amount ofradiation registered, the remains and PE areleft in the holding area for a period of timespecified by the NBC NCO. (The time isbased on standard decay rates for radiation. )After the stated time has passed, the remainsreturn to the wash area and are processedagain. If after three attempts atdecontamination the remains still register

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contamination, they are segregated fromother remains and technical experts areconsulted. If no resolution is reached,remains will be interred in-theater with thegeographic combatant commander’sconcurrence. Remains which register nocontamination are placed in a remains pouchand moved to the release point. Theseremains are considered free of any radiationhazard and are handled the same as any otherremains.

12. Collection PointDecontamination TeamProcedures

For use when a CP is tasked to recovercontaminated remains outside of a MADCParea.

a. Personnel. Team size dependent onnumber of remains.

b. Equipment. Equipment is as follows.

• 2 human remains pouches per deceased.

• 2 percent solution of sodiumhypochlorite.

• Other normally required processingsupplies.

c. Procedures. CP receives tasking withPOC name and location. A decontaminationteam assembles required supplies and movesto POC location. The team meets with unitPOC, NBC personnel, and receives a local

situation report and/or NBC report. Theteam, NBC personnel, and POC move to theedge of the contaminated area where the unithas brought the remains. Mortuary affairspersonnel, using the MADCP wash and rinseprocedures, process remains and effects.Remains and effects are placed in a humanremains pouch moved outside thecontaminated area. The remains and effectsare then placed in another human remainspouch and marked with a “C” forcontaminated. Remains are moved back tothe CP, segregated, and tested forcontamination. Remains are moved to theTheater QC Station at the Theater EvacuationPoint where MADCP procedures inparagraph 8g are followed.

13. Collection Point Proceduresfor Decomposed,Fragmented or MutilatedRemains Exposed to NBCContamination

The following procedures are for use whencontaminated remains arrive at the dismountpoint and are mutilated, fragmented or inadvanced stages of decomposition.

a. Personnel. Team size is dependent onthe number of remains.

b. Procedures. The remains aresegregated from other remains and areinterred in-theater, with the geographiccombatant commander's concurrance. Thewash and rinse procedures will not be appliedto these categories of remains.

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NOMENCLATURE LIN NSN QTYAIR CONDITIONER, 54,000 BTU A26852 4120-01-150-8112 3 EABAGS PLASTIC ZIP-LOCK 8105-00-837-7757 1250 EABAG, PERSONAL EFFECTS 8105-00-174-0808 600 EABOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6295 7 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6296 4 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6297 19 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6298 15 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6299 25 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6300 25 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6301 10 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6302 5 PRBOOT, TAP 8430-00-820-6306 5 PRBRUSH, HAND, SOFT BRISTLE 7920-00-282-2470 21 EACALCIUM HYDROXIDE, 50LB BAG 6810-00-656-1091 10 EACANS 32 GALLON 7240-00-160-0440 5 EACASE TRANSFER REMAINS D72126 9930-00-823-9805 11 EACHEMICAL AGENT MONITOR Z04910 6665-01-199-4153 4 EACOLOR COMPARITOR 6630-01-044-0334 2 RSCOTS FOLDING 7105-00-935-0422 30 EADESK FIELD 7110-00-267-1999 3 EADETECTOR KIT M256A1 6665-01-133-4964 300 EADIST, BOX STAND 6110-01-242-6691 6 EADISINFECTANT DETERGENT 6840-00-598-7326 15 GLDISPENSER, FERTILIZER LIQUID COMMERCIAL ITEM 2 EADOCUMENT PROTECTOR 7510-00-286-1407 10 BXDRUMS 55 GAL 8110-00-292-9780 30 EAELEC DISTRO BOX 5975-01-225-8018 6 EAFLOODLIGHT 6 LIGHTS H79221 6230-00-299-5642 1 EAFLASHLIGHT STANDARD 6230-00-264-8261 20 EAGENERATOR SET DSL ENG 5KW G37273 6115-00-033-1373 2 EAGLOVE ST CP BTYL SMALL 8415-01-033-3517 9 PRGLOVE ST CP BTYL MEDIUM 8415-01-033-3518 25 PRGLOVE ST CP BTYL XLARGE 8415-01-033-3520 35 PRGLOVES RUBBER SOLVENT RESISTANT J69845 8415-00-823-7455 (S) 40 PRGLOVES RUBBER SOLVENT RESISTANT J69845 8415-00-823-7456 (M) 40 PRGLOVES RUBBER SOLVENT RESISTANT J69845 8415-00-823-7457 (L) 40 PRGLOVES LEATHER MENS WORKING J68064 8415-00-268-7870 (S) 10 PRGLOVES MENS LEATHER WORKING J68064 8415-00-268-7869 (M) 10 PRGLOVES MENS LEATHER WORKING J68064 8415-00-268-7868 (L) 10 PRGLOVES COTTON 8415-00-634-5026 180 PRGLOVES BARBED WIRE HANDLER J63886 8415-00-926-1674 6 PRHAND MOP REFILL 7920-00-205-0426 20 EA

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HEAVY DUTY SPONGE 7920-00-884-1116 20 EAHOSE ASSY/DISCH, 1 1/2” X 25’ 5330-01-174-8173 6 EAHOSE ASSY/DISCH, 2” X 10’ 4720-01-163-5088 2 EAHOSE WATER 4720-00-585-2289 5 EALIGHT SET, BRUCE 6230-01-242-2016 6 EALITTER FOLDING RIGID POLE 6530-00-783-7905 41 EALITTER STANDS FOLDING 6530-00-660-0034 50 PRLOCKER FOOT TRUNK X65258 8460-00-243-3234 10 EALONG HANDLES 7920-00-240-7171 20 EAMARKING RODS 9905-12-133-0113 2 PKMASK SURGICAL DISPOSABLE 6518-00-982-7493 800 EAMETAL TAGS COMMERCIAL ITEM 2O EAMETAL TIES 8135-00-263-9317 500 EAMOP HANDLE AND FRAME 7920-00-205-1170 20 EANBC PROTECTIVE COVER COMMERCIAL ITEM 10 EANOZZLE ASSY, DISTR ALUM W/SPOUT 2910-01-188-8198 3 EANOZZLE, WATER 3750-00-998-3555 5 EAPOUCH HUMAN REMAINS TYPE 2A 9930-01-331-6244 837 EAPUMP, 65 GPM P91756 4320-00-752-9466 2 EAPUMP FUEL MANUAL P96640 4320-00-913-7131 1 EAREDUCER, 2” TO 1 1/2” 4730-00-951-3695 4 EAREDUCER, PIPE 1 1/2” TO 1 1/4” 4730-01-088-4098 4 EAREDUCER, PIPE 1 1/4” TO 3/4” 4730-01-009-0996 4 EAROPE FIBROUS 1/2” 4020-00-238-7732 2 CLROLLER CONVEYOR STRAIGHT 3910-00-141-7233 40 SECROLLER CONVEYOR CURVE 3910-00-282-0590 12 EAROLLER CONVEYOR STANDS 3910-00-271-1864 120 EASAFE PERSONAL EFFECTS 7110-00-920-9341 1 EASCISSORS BANDAGE 7.25” 6515-00-935-7138 8 EASCRUB BRUSH 7920-00-240-7171 20 EASCRIBER MACHINIST 5120-00-224-9728 10 EASCISSORS HEAVY DUTY 8105-00-837-7757 4 PRSEALS SELF LOCKING NUMBERED 5340-00-081-3381 1000 EASECURITY RING FASTENER 3” 7510-00-286-5790 1 EASHEARS TAILOR 5110-00-223-6370 10 EASHEARS TRIMMER 5110-01-278-4823 10 EASHOWER 8465-00-955-6649 1 EASIGN KIT CONTAMINATE 9905-01-346-4716 1 EASIGN KIT CONTAMINATE (BIO) 9905-12-132-2578 10 RLSIGN KIT CONTAMINATE (CHEM) 9905-12-132-2580 10 RLSIGN KIT CONTAMINATE (NUC) 9905-12-132-2579 10 RLSPONGE 7920-00-884-1116 30 EASPINEBOARD (LONG) 6530-01-119-0012 30 EASTRAP ASSEMBLY, LIGHT 8465-01-220-1419 30 EASTAND ASSY, FUEL NOZZLE 4930-01-120-7426 3 EASUIT CHEMICAL BATTLEDRESS OVERGARMENT U57960 8415-01-137-1703 40 EASUIT CHEMICAL BATTLEDRESS OVERGARMENT U57960 8415-01-137-1704 50 EASUIT CHEMICAL BATTLEDRESS OVERGARMENT U57960 8415-01-137-1705 60 EA

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SUIT CHEMICAL BATTLEDRESS OVERGARMENT U57960 8415-01-137-1706 40 EASUIT CHEMICAL BATTLEDRESS OVERGARMENT U57960 8415-01-137-1707 10 EATABLE FOLDING LEG 7105-00-823-7218 6 EATAG BLANK W/STRING 3 X 5 8135-00-292-2355 50 BXTAGS STAINLESS STEEL COMMERCIAL ITEM 1000EATANK ASSY WTR 3000 GAL T19033 5430-01-170-6984 2 EATENT GENERAL PURPOSE MEDIUM V48989 8340-00-482-3963 6 EATENT GENERAL PURPOSE SMALL V49126 8340-00-470-2335 1 EATENT TEMPER TROPICAL, 32’ X 20’ T71687 8340-01-185-2628 6 EATOOL KIT CARPENTERS W34511 5180-00-293-2873 1 EATOOL KIT SERVICE W51362 5180-00-596-1474 1 EAREFRIGERATION UNIT GEN MAINTTOX AGNT PROTECT EQ-APRONS A87412 8415-00-281-7813 18 EATOX AGNT PROTECT EQ-APRONS A87412 8415-00-281-7814 28 EATOX AGNT PROTECT EQ-APRONS A87412 8415-00-281-7815 18 EATOX AGNT PROTECT EQ-APRONS A87412 8415-00-281-7816 18 EAWIRE STAINLESS STEEL 9505-00-293-4208 5 RLWIRE CUTTERS 5110-00-089-1240 2 EA

EQUIPMENT NEEDED IN ADDITION TO OPS

NOMENCLATURE LIN NSN QTYALARM CHEMICAL AGENT M8 A32355 6665-01-105-5623 6 EAAUTOMATIC PORTABLE MANPACKANTENNA/W MATCHING UNIT AS1729 5985-00-985-9024 2 EAAN/VRC-90 LG RNGE VEH RADIO SET R45203 5820-01-151-9919 2 EAASSEMBLY, STRAP LIGHT SET 8465-01-220-1419 24 STBATTERY D CELL 6135-00-835-7210 10 BXBINDER 2” 3 RING 7510-00-530-8881 10 EABOOK MEMO 7530-00-243-9366 10 EABOOK RECORD 7530-00-290-5028 10 EACAMOUFLAGE SCREEN SUPPORT C89213 1080-00-108-1173 40 EASYSTEM WOODLAND/DESERT PLASTIC POLESCAMOUFLAGE SCREEN SUPPORT C89145 1080-01-266-1824 40 EAWOODLAND LT WT RADAR SCAT W/O SPT SYSCARBON PAPER 7530-00-244-4035 4 HDCARGO TIE DOWN STRAPS 1670-00-725-1437 20 EACHAIR FOLDING 7105-00-269-8463 15 EACLIP BOARD 9 X 12-1/2 7520-00-281-5918 20 EACONTAINER ASSEMBLY C84541 8115-01-015-7039 8 EAREFRIGERATED 8 X 8 X 20 W/9000COMPASS LENSATIC E63317 6005-00-151-5337 1 EACOMPUTER ZENITH 386 (OR EQUAL) LOCAL PURCHASE 2 EAEXTENSION CORD (100FT) 6150-00-485-6149 5 EAFIRST AID KIT, GENERAL PURPOSE 6545-00-922-1200 7 EAFILING CABINET FIELD 7110-00-823-7218 4 EAFILE FOLDER STANDARD SIZE 7530-00-985-7012 300 HDGENERATOR 100K J35801 6115-00-394-9575 1 EA

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HANDLE PICK 5120-00-596-6241 4 EAHEATER SPACE 45,000 BTU 4520-00-927-4214 1 EAHEATER IMMERSION LIQUID K25342 4540-00-266-6834 2 EAHOSE ASSY/DISCH, 1 1/2” X 25’ 5330-01-174-8173 6 EAHOSE ASSY/DISCH, 2” X 10’ 4720-01-163-5088 2 EAINDEX CARDS 3 X 5 7920-00-267-1218 800 EALANTERNS GASOLINE 6260-00-837-0996 6 EALEAD PENCIL #2 7510-00-281-5234 10 BXM13 DECONTAMINATION APPARATUS D81537 4230-01-133-4124 10 EAMK-2564/VRC-97 INSTALL J32997 5820-01-246-6872 2 EANAVIGATION SET SATELLITE SIGNAL 5825-01-357-6170 2 EANOZZLE ASSY, DISTR, ALUM W/SPOUT 2910-01-188-8198 3 EAPEN BALL RETRACTABLE 7520-00-935-7135 200 EAPENCIL WAX (BLACK) 7510-00-240-1526 2 BXPENCIL WAX (RED) 7510-00-282-3375 2 BXPICK 5120-00-928-8696 4 EAPOST HOLE DIGGER 5120-00-223-8426 1 EAPRINTER, DICONIX 150 PLUS (OR EQUAL) LOCAL PURCHASE 2 EARADIAC METER VDR-2 R20684 6665-01-222-1425 3 EAREDUCER, 2” TO 1 1/2” 4730-00-951-3695 4 EAROPE FIBROUS 1/2” 4020-00-238-7732 2 CLSCREEN LATRINE 8430-00-237-8749 24 EASEMITRAILER FLATBED: S70027 2320-01-226-6679 8 EASHOVEL HAND 5120-00-293-3336 4 EASIGN PAINTING KIT 7520-00-375-9181 1 EASOAP HAND GRIT 8520-00-550-6417 20 EASODIUM BISULFATE 6810-00-281-2044 1 DRUMSODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 6810-00-598-7316 25 CSSLEDGE HAMMER 5120-00-243-2957 2 EASPONGE 7920-00-884-1116 30 EASTAPLES SD 1/2” 7510-00-272-9662 8 BXSTAPLER DESK 7520-00-240-5727 2 EASUPER TROPICAL BLEACH D12468 6850-00-297-6653 5 EATANK AND PUMP UNIT V12141 4930-00-426-9900 1 EATAPE TEXTILE ENGINEER 2” 8315-00-255-7662 6 RLTAPE GREEN 2” 7510-00-074-5124 10 RLTAPE CELLOPHANE 1/2” 7510-00-551-9821 10 RLTELEPHONE TA 1035 W/DATAPORT T45408 5805-01-246-6826 5 EATRUCK, CARGO 5 TON X40968 2320-00-055-9265 1 EATRUCK UTY CARGO TRP CARRIER T61494 2320-01-107-7155 2 EA 1-1/4T (HMMWV) M998TRUCK TRACTOR 5T 6 X 6 W/E X59326 2320-00-055-9260 8 EATOWEL PAPER LG 7920-00-823-9772 6 BX

ANNEX B TO APPENDIX DGUIDANCE FOR MIXING DECONTAMINATION SOLUTION

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The following figures provide the proper mixing instructions for the use of STB, HTH,and sodium hypochlorite (common household bleach 5% solution). For further use, mixturestrengths, or decontaminating agent types consult FM 3-5, NBC Decontamination Table F-1,Standard Decontaminates and Table F-2, Nonstandard Decontaminates.

1. When these solutions are used for biological surface decontamination you will need toadd Sodium Bisulfate (Sodium Hydrogen Sulfate), Dry to the solution in amount necessaryto lower the ph level of the solution to between 5 and 6. The amount of Sodium Bisulfateneeded is dependent on the amount of decontamination solution being modified. NBC NCOwill provide the exact amount needed.

2. Personnel mixing any decontamination solution should be in MOPP4. Each of thechemicals used in the decontamination solution are classified as hazardous material andrequire careful handling by trained personnel.

1 Gallon .24 pounds

These mixtures will provide a1-2% (by weight)

decontaminating agent

5 Gallons 1.2 pounds

25 Gallons 6 pounds

50 Gallons 12 pounds


Figure D-B-1. Water to Decontaminating Chemical Mix(Supertropic Bleach or High Test Hypochlorite)

1 Gallon .50 pounds

These mixtures will provide a1-2% (by weight)

decontaminating agent





Figure D-B-2. Water to Decontaminating Chemical Mix (Sodium Hypochlorite)

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1. General

During the decontamination process,accurate measurements and results are criticalsteps in making an informed decision onwhether or not remains are safe to release tothe public. No test kit is foolproof, thereforeusers must ensure that they are operating theequipment within the parameters in which itwas designed to operate. Additionalparameters to follow are: test and/ormonitoring kits and/or devices must have theappropriate technical manual (operatorsguide) available for the use, operators musthave training and demonstrate proper use ofthe equipment prior to working in a MADCP.Supervisors must ensure that this happens.Test results must always be verified by asecond doctor and/or monitor. Theequipment listed below has been tested andproven to be accurate. Supervisors, users,and the public should have completeconfidence in the decontamination processonce verified by any of the equipment listedbelow.

2. Chemical Agent Monitorsand Detectors

At this time no permissive safe level ofexposure for chemical agents is listed. Anyremains registering contamination,regardless of the level, must not leave thedecontamination station. Geographiccombatant commanders and governmentofficials (see Annex D, “Subject MatterExpert Point of Contact List”), having theauthority to set exposure limits, will have to(based on the contamination) determine if anycontamination level is acceptable. There arecurrent permissible safe exposure limits foruse in the US for chemical agentcontamination. (Various permissible safe

exposure limits exist for humans and for therelease of any equipment exposed to long termvapor and/or liquid contamination).

a. M256 Series Chemical AgentDetector Kit (Army). Capable of detectingboth liquid and vapor concentration ofchemical agents. For planning purposes,operation times are as follows: Nerve: G/VX agents 15 mins; Blister: H agents 10 min;Blood: AC agents 10 mins.

b. ABC-MS Chemical Agent DetectorPaper (Army). Capable of Detecting liquidchemical agents. Does not detect vapors.Response time is immediate. Paper reacts andchanges color in response to liquid Nerve (G& V agents) and Blister (H agents).

c. M9 Chemical Agent Detector Paper(Army). Capable of detecting liquid chemicalagents. Does not detect vapors. Responsetime is immediate. Paper reacts and changescolor in response to liquid Nerve (G & Vagents) and Blister (H & L agents).

d. Individual Chemical Agent Detector(ICAD) (USMC). Capable of detectingchemical agent vapors. Does not detect agentsin a liquid state. Response time is 1-2 minutes.Detector reacts to Nerve (G agents), Blisters(H & L agents), Blood (AC agents) andChoking (CG agents).

e. Chemical Agent Monitor (CAM)(Army). Capable of monitoring an area forchemical agent vapors. Does not detect agentsin a liquid state. Is not a detector but a monitor.Can only monitor for Nerve (G agents) orBlister (H agents) individually. Response timeis dependent on the amount of chemical agentvapor present, but is anywhere from 2-5minutes.

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3. Biological Contamination

Currently, no monitors or detectors exist forbiological contamination. A remain suspectedof contamination with a biological agent(Pathogen & Toxins) must be considered andtreated as if contaminated. A trueconfirmation of contamination can only comefrom a laboratory test conducted on a samplefrom the remains.

4. Radiological Contamination

No permissive safe radiation exposureamount is set for remains. Any remainsregistering contamination regardless of thelevel must not leave the decontaminationstation. Geographic combatant commandersand government officials (see Annex D,“Subject Matter Expert Point of ContactList”), having the authority to set exposurelimits, will have to (based on thecontamination) determine if anycontamination level is acceptable. There arecurrent permissible safe exposure limits for

use in the US for radiation contamination.(Various permissible safe exposure limitsexist for humans and for the release of anyequipment exposed to radiationcontamination.)

a. Geiger-Mueller Type RadiacmeterAN/PDR27 Radiac Set (Army/Navy).Detects gamma and beta radiation. Measuresgamma radiation, has four range scales, anddetects intensities up to 5cGy per hour. Thisis a point source instrument used to detectlow levels of radiation contamination.

b. Radiac Set, AN/VDR2 (Army/Navy).Detects and monitors gamma and betaradiation. Measures gamma radiation doserates from .01 Gy per hour to 100 cGy perhour. Measures beta particle dose rates from0.01 Gy per hour to 5 cGy per hour.Measures, stores, and displays accumulateddoes rates from 0.01 Gy to 9.99 Gy. Devicecontains a sensor mounted in the main unitand a sensor mounted in a probe for pointmonitoring.

ANNEX D TO APPENDIX DSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT POINT OF CONTACT LIST

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1. In response to an NBC event, the following agencies should be contacted for expertsubject matter advice and recommendations in addition to the normal military NBC defensepersonnel and companies. Each one of these POCs can provide several subject matterexperts for each area specified.

CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION EMERGENCYRESPONSE COORDINATION GROUP, 4770 BUFFORD HIGHWAY, MAILSTOP F-38

ATLANTA, GA 30341-3724

2. This office of the CDC can contact any other CDC office, other branches of the PublicHealth Services, and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Can answeror refer questions, provide subject matter experts on NBC contamination.

HEALTH SCIENCES RESEARCH DIVISIONOAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY

OAK RIDGE, TN 37831-6101

3. This office can answer technical questions and refer to other agencies withknowledge on specific chemical weapons. This office also has a key role in the chemicalstockpile emergency preparedness plan. (Plan for destruction of chemical weapons in theUS). Can answer or refer questions, provide subject matter experts on nuclear and chemicalcontamination.

4. Additional points of contact accessible within the DOD are provided below.

a. For questions concerning chemical and/or biological contamination contact:

US ARMY CHEMICAL BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE COMMANDABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21010-5423

b. For questions concerning biological contamination in the US contact:

US ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF INFECTIOUS DISEASEFORT DETRICK, FREDERICK, MD 21701-5011

c. For questions concerning chemical contamination contact:

ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF CHEMICALDEFENSE

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21020-5423

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d. For questions concerning chemical and/or biological contamination contact:

US ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION &LOGISTICS COMMAND

FORT DETRICK, FREDERICK, MD 21702-5012

e. For questions concerning NBC contamination contact:

ARMED FORCES MEDICAL EXAMINER/ARMED FORCESINSTITUTE OF PATHOLOGY

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20306-6000

ARMED FORCES MEDICAL INTELLIGENCE CENTER (AFMIC/SADO)FORT DETRICK, FREDERICK, MD 21701-5004

APPENDIX EPERSONAL HEALTH AND SANITATION

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1. Purpose

To provide personal health and sanitationpractices to be used when conductingmortuary affairs.

2. Overview

This appendix provides the personal healthand sanitation practices that individuals shouldfollow when handling remains. Personalhealth and sanitation practices are importantin the daily operation of any mortuary affairsfacility. Handling remains in various stagesof decomposition can result in medicalhazards. Infectious organisms may beassociated with human remains and the areaswhere remains are held or processed. Thenecessary handling of remains duringreceiving, processing, and evacuationoperations may cause these organisms tospread from body openings. Therefore, eachmortuary affairs activity needs to ensure thatstrict personal health, personal hygiene, andsanitation procedures are constantly followed.The successful implementation of personalhealth and sanitation procedures will preventthe facility from becoming a health andmorale problem to mortuary affairs personneland other units in the nearby vicinity bypreventing the following.

a. The spreading of diseases from thehuman remains to personnel working in orlocated at a mortuary affairs facility.

b. The contracting of diseases from themortuary affairs facility’s environment (i.e.,walls and floors, protective clothing,equipment and supplies that are used to handleor process remains) to individuals who workin, visit, or are located at a mortuary affairsfacility.

c. The spread of a disease from anindividual who has contracted or is a carrierof a disease to other susceptible individualswith whom the infected individual comes incontact.

3. Guidelines and Procedures

a. To reduce the chance of becominginfected, personnel conducting mortuaryaffairs functions should adhere to thefollowing health and sanitation guidelineswhen dealing with remains.

• Always wear disposable surgical orrubber gloves when handling humanremains. Discard the gloves after eachuse, especially when the remains isknown to have an infectious disease.

• Always wear an outer protectivegarment, preferably one which preventsthe penetration of liquids (i.e., a rubberor plastic wrap-around apron or gown).

• Wear a protective oral-nasal maskdesigned to prevent inhalation ofinfections or hazardous particles.

• Wear protective head and shoecoverings, especially in handling knowninfectious disease cases.

• Rinse gloved hands in appropriatedisinfectant between actual uses duringpreparation of remains.

• Scrub hands and forearms with a suitablemedicated soap or disinfectant afterhandling the last remains.

• Shower, cleansing the entire bodysurface, including shampooing of the hairat the end of the day.

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• Incinerate all disposable protectiveclothing, bandages, dressings, sheets,towels, and other items coming into directcontact with the remains or body fluids.

• Take necessary steps to circulate the airin the entire facility, especially whenworking in an enclosed facility.

• Clean and disinfect all supplies,equipment and facility surfaces that camein contact with the remains or body fluids.

b. In addition to health and sanitationmeasures, mortuary affairs personnel shouldtake the following medical precautions.

• Receive a thorough routine physicalexamination, including chest x-raysevery six months.

• Adhere to a strict program of routineimmunizations to include thoseimmunizations required for allcontagious and/or infectious diseasescommon to the area of operations. Allmortuary affairs personnel should alsobe vaccinated for hepatitis B.

• Have periodic blood tests to check forthe human immunodeficiency virus andother blood-related diseases.

• Contact a physician for proper preventivetreatment prior to handling remains witha known infectious disease.

APPENDIX FMEMORIAL CEREMONY FOR NON-CLERGY USE IN

TEMPORARY INTERMENT SITUATIONS

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OPENING SENTENCE: God is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? God is thestronghold of my life, of whom should I be afraid?

PRAYER: Almighty God, we commemorate these your servants, remembering withgratitude their courage and strength. We hold before you those who mournthem. Look upon your bereaved servants with mercy. As this day bringsmemories of those they have lost, may it also bring your consolation, and theassurance of your eternal care.

AMEN.

WORDS OF REMEMBRANCE: We gather to pay tribute to the memory of these deadwho have paid the ultimate price for the defense of ournation. We are honored to have served with them. Theywere our friends and our compatriots, and we shallsorely miss them.

What grief we feel amid the shock of battle. We arepeople who know fear and death, yet we follow duty’scall despite the uncertainty of the hours and days ahead.

We ask the blessing of God upon our nation, those whoserve, and for the dead who no longer stand in our ranks.

MOMENT OF SILENCE: Let us pay tribute in a moment of silence.

TAPS: (If bugler or tape and player is available).

CLOSING PRAYER: God, as we honor these here fallen, protect those who carry on.Comfort, O God, both the living and the dead. Keep us safe fromevil. Let us live with honor. Grant us courage. Be our guide, inyour holy name.

AMEN.

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APPENDIX GINTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS AND MEMORANDUMS

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1. American, British, Canadian, and Australian (ABCA), QSTAG 655, “Handling DeceasedPersonnel in a Theater of Operations.”

2. NATO STANAG 2070, “Emergency War Burial Procedures.”

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APPENDIX HMORTUARY AFFAIRS SUPPORT FOR FOREIGN

HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE OPERATIONS

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1. Geographic combatant commanders areresponsible for administering and providingmortuary affairs support within theirgeographical area of responsibility. In ForeignHumanitarian Assistance Operations, thecombatant commander is responsible forproviding detailed technical guidance andoversight of mortuary affairs support.Memorandum of Policy No. 16, “JointMortuary Affairs Policy,” states “Thecommander of a unified command isresponsible for control and coordination ofmortuary affairs support in the commander’sAOR (IAW title 10, United States Code,section 164(c). This responsibility includesdelineating Service component responsibilitieswithin the AOR, giving authoritative directionon mortuary affairs to all assigned or attachedforces, assigning responsibilities, tasks andassets, and organizing commands and forcesas necessary to execute the mortuary affairsmission. Commanders of unified commands(less nongeographic commands) normallyestablish a Joint Mortuary Affairs Office(JMAO) within their commands to provideoversight of mortuary affairs support. Duringcontingency operations, peacetime mass-fatality, or politically sensitive incidents, thecommander of a unified commanddetermines if, when, and for how long theJMAO will be activated.”

2. Upon notification of a foreignhumanitarian assistance mission, the taskedcombatant command should task the J-4 toconduct a mission analysis and provideplanning guidance for mortuary operationsbased on staff estimates of the missionrequirements. During the analysis phase, thestaff officer should contact the J-4 LogisticsDirectorate of the Joint Chiefs of Staff todetermine if any bilateral, unilateral, or mutual

cooperation agreements exists between thesupported foreign government or coalitionpartners supporting the humanitarianassistance operation. During this phase, thelogistical planners should coordinate withsubordinate and supporting commands todetermine their mortuary affairs forcestructure and capabilities. Most Services havemortuary affairs as an additional duty. TheArmy is the only Service that has an activeduty mortuary affairs company specificallydesigned to support mass fatality incidents,military operations other than war(MOOTW), humanitarian assistance, andregional and global conflicts.

3. Once a course of action has been selected,the Plans Directorate begins to focus onselecting information from the staff estimatesto assist the combatant commander inpreparing the commander’s estimate. Uponcompletion of the commander’s estimate, anOPLAN is developed and forwarded to theCJCS for final review and approval.

4. Foreign humanitarian assistancemissions will vary, each in its own uniqueway. Upon approval of the OPLAN thecombatant commander should assign a staffofficer as the JMAO. The JMAO hasoversight responsibilities which include thefollowing.

a. Implementing established proceduresconcerned with search for, recovery,evacuation, tentative identification, anddisposition of remains. This includesproviding guidance to Service componentsand to subordinate joint task forces or single-Service commands on the disposition ofremains of those persons assigned or attachedto allied forces or coalition partners.

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b. Directing established proceduresconcerned with the recovery, collection,tentative identification, evacuation, inventory,and disposition of personal effects.

c. Maintaining inventory data on Servicecomponent command mortuary affairs andmortuary-related equipment and materials.

d. Providing coordination with Servicecomponent commands for data on therecovery status of deceased and missingpersonnel when requested by combatantcommand casualty reporting agencies.

e. Coordinating interment, disinterment,and reinterment of remains within its AOR.In wartime, this includes providing arecommendation to the respective combatantcommander, if and when remains can nolonger be returned to CONUS.

f. Coordinating the establishment ofsuboffices, as required, to supervise mortuaryaffairs activities on a Service component, jointtask force, or geographic basis.

g. Providing procedural guidanceconcerning transfer of enemy, enemy civilian,allied, and allied civilian remains and theirpersonal effects to the custody of anothergovernment, including maintenance ofrecords required by the Geneva Convention,host-nation agreements, or cross-Serviceagreements.

h. Designating port of embarkation holdingfacilities and surface and aerial evacuation ofremains and personal effects.

i. Agreements with allied nations and USGovernment and nongovernment agencieswill be monitored and followed whereestablished. Where not established,agreements are coordinated by the JMAO orappropriate agencies designated to conducthost-nation support negotiations. If agreementcannot be negotiated, mortuary affairs support

is performed under current US militaryprocedures.

5. Upon deployment of the joint task force(JTF), a Theater Mortuary Affairs Officer(TMAO) should be assigned to the J-4 andserve as the principal advisor to the command.He coordinates directly with the JMAO onall issues relating to mortuary affairs support.In humanitarian missions, the TMAO mustcoordinate with the JMAO to develop plansto process local nationals. We can assumethat in most humanitarian missions thesupported country will lack the necessaryinfrastructure required to support the localpopulation. Prior to implementing plans forproviding mortuary affairs support, theTMAO should contact the Staff JudgeAdvocate for legal guidance concerning theJTF’s obligations for providing mortuarysupport to the local population. The JTF’slegal obligations concerning dead and/ordead and buried bodies found in the JTF’scontrolled areas derive from the commander’sresponsibility for health and public hygiene.

a. For example, mass graves may becontaminating the ground water supply, orunburied bodies or bodies washed out ofshallow graves may constitute a general healthhazard in an area under the JTF’s control. Thismay require interring or reinterring theremains in another location. If the localgovernment will not or cannot perform thereinterment, the commander, following localreligion and culture to the extent possible,should do so. Under such circumstances, noidentification documentation is required. Theaffected commander should request assistancefrom the TMAO. Upon notification, theTMAO coordinates for a burial site in-theaterand a mortuary affairs team will deploy toassist in the reinterment operation. Uponcompletion of the reinterment, a report isforwarded to the TMAO by the requestingcommander. Sufficient information to identifyburial sites and the names of persons buriedthere should be maintained and forwarded to

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the TMAO. Upon termination of theoperation, these records are turned over tothe legal government representative.

b. Deaths of persons under the care of theJTF, such as displaced civilians seeking helpat a site under JTF control, create otherobligations such as medical certification andrecording of death. Where there is anindigenous governmental infrastructure inbeing, death records should be registered withit. Where there is none, the JTF shouldmaintain appropriate records for latertransmittal to an appropriate governmentaloffice. The same rules apply to persons killedby JTF forces. In these contexts,“identification” is a relative term. It isadequate to attempt to identify such personsthrough papers in their possession or bywitnesses in the immediate area of their death.If the next of kin come forward requestingcustody of the remains, the body should beturned over to the next of kin only after alllegal requirements and processing of theremains have been completed. Copies of allrecords pertaining to the death and a signedreceipt showing transfer of custody of theremains will be forwarded to the TMAO.

c. In general terms, legal obligationsdepend on whether we are simply dealing witha dead body found in a JTF-controlled areaor we are concerned with death associatedwith JTF forces action. In either case, thehandling of dead bodies should only be doneby mortuary affairs specialists trained andequipped to avoid contamination from AIDSand other infectious diseases.

6. The TMAO should attempt to coordinatewith the International Corps of the Red Crossor Red Crescent (ICRC) for the return ofdeceased local nationals to local governmentalcontrol. Depending on the mission and thepolitical climate of the operation, the JTF mayor may not receive assistance from the ICRC.If the JTF is viewed as an occupying forceand hostile to the local populace, the assistancefrom the ICRC can be limited.

7. In addition to planning for processingof local nationals, the TMAO should developan appendix to the OPLAN that provides forthe overall concept of mortuary affairs supportto the theater. He assigns tasks to subunits toprovide mortuary affairs support and provideassets as required to ensure that the mortuaryaffairs mission is accomplished by ensuringthat adequately trained personnel and otherresources are available to perform themortuary affairs mission. This appendixshould include procedures for search,recovery, and evacuation of all JTF deceasedpersonnel. The overall objective is tocompletely recover, positively identify, andtransport in a dignified and respectful mannerto the final destination determined by the nextof kin the remains of deceased US militarypersonnel and others eligible by law orexecutive order. Coalition forces and othernon-US dead will be processed IAW existinginternational agreements or guidance from thecombatant commander. In cases of foreignnationals or relief organizations requestingmortuary affairs support, the TMAOcoordinates with the State Departmentrepresentative in the affected area.

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APPENDIX JREFERENCES

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The development of Joint Pub 4-06 is based on the following primary references.

1. Title 10, as amended by the Goldwater-Nichols DOD Reorganization Act of 1986.

2. DOD Directive 1300.18, “Military Personnel Casualty Matters, Policies, and Procedures.”

3. DOD Directive 3025.1, “Military Support to Civil Authorities.”

4. DOD Directive 5100.1, “Functions of the Department of Defense and its MajorComponents.”

5. DOD Directive 6010.16, “Armed Forces Medical Examiner System.”

6. Assistant Secretary of the Army, (MRA) memorandum dated October 19, 1992 establishedCJCS MOP 16 as the Interim DOD Policy for Mortuary Affairs.

7. Joint Pub 1-01, “Joint Publication System, Joint Doctrine and Joint Tactics, Techniques,and Procedures Development Program.”

8. Joint Pub 1-02, “DOD Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms.”

9. Joint Pub 1-03 series, “Joint Reporting Structure.”

10. Joint Pub 4-0, “Doctrine for Logistic Support of Joint Operations.”

11. Joint Pub 5-03.2, “Joint Operation Planning and Execution System, Vol II: (Planningand Execution Formats and Guidance).”

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APPENDIX KADMINISTRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS

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1. User Comments

Users in the field are highly encouraged to submit comments on this publication to theJoint Warfighting Center, Attn: Doctrine Division, Fenwick Road, Bldg 96, Fort Monroe,VA 23651-5000. These comments should address content (accuracy, usefulness,consistency, and organization), writing, and appearance.

2. Authorship

The lead agent for this publication is the US Army. The Joint Staff doctrine sponsor forthis publication is the Director for Logistics (J-4).

3. Change Recommendations

a. Recommendations for urgent changes to this publication should be submitted:

TO: CSA WASHINGTON DC//DAMO-FDQ//INFO: JOINT STAFF WASHINGTON DC//J4/J7-JDD//

Routine changes should be submitted to the Director for Operational Plans andInteroperability (J-7), JDD, 7000 Joint Staff Pentagon, Washington, D.C. 20318-7000.

b. When a Joint Staff directorate submits a proposal to the Chairman of the JointChiefs of Staff that would change source document information reflected in thispublication, that directorate will include a proposed change to this publication as anenclosure to its proposal. The Military Services and other organizations are requestedto notify the Director, J-7, Joint Staff, when changes to source documents reflected inthis publication are initiated.

c. Record of Changes:

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4. Distribution

a. Additional copies of this publication can be obtained through Service publicationcenters.

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c. Additional copies should be obtained from the Military Service assignedadministrative support responsibility by DOD Directive 5100.3, 1 November 1988,“Support of the Headquarters of Unified, Specified, and Subordinate Joint Commands.”

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GLOSSARYPART I—ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

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AFB Air Force BaseAFIRB Armed Forces Identification Review BoardAFME Armed Forces Medical ExaminerAMC Air Mobility CommandAOR area of responsibilityATOC Air Terminal Operations Center

BIO biologicalBTB believed-to-be

C4 command, control, communications, and computersCAM chemical agent monitorCDC Centers for Disease Control and PreventionCJCS Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of StaffCJMAO Central Joint Mortuary Affairs OfficeCONUS continental United StatesCP collection point

DNA deoxyribonucleic acidDOD Department of DefenseDS direct support

EOD explosive ordnance disposal

FM Field Manual

GPM gallons per minuteGPS global positioning systemGS general support

HTH high test hypochlorite

ICRC International Corps of the Red Cross

J-4 Logistics Directorate of a Joint StaffJTF joint task forceJMAO Joint Mortuary Affairs OfficeJTTP joint tactics, techniques, and procedures

MACP Mortuary Affairs Collection PointMADCP Mortuary Affairs Decontamination Collection PointMFFIMS Mass Fatality Field Information Management SystemMOOTW military operations other than warMOPP mission-oriented protective posture

MOS military occupational specialty

NBC nuclear, biological, and chemicalNCOIC noncommissioned officer in charge

OAFME Office of the Armed Forces Medical ExaminerOCONUS outside continental United StatesODCSLOG Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for LogisticsOIC officer in chargeOPLAN operation planOPS operational project stock

PDDA power driven decontamination apparatusPADD person authorized to direct disposition of remainsPE personal effectsPERE person eligible to receive effectsPOC point of contact

QC quality control

SSN Social Security NumberSTB super tropical bleach

TAACOM theater Army area commandTMAO Theater Mortuary Affairs OfficerTMEP Theater Mortuary Evacuation PointTPU tank pump unit

USACOM US Atlantic CommandUSAF US Air ForceUSTRANSCOM US Transportation Command

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area of operations. An operational areadefined by the joint force commander forland and naval forces. Areas of operationdo not typically encompass the entireoperational area of the joint forcecommander, but should be large enough forcomponent commanders to accomplishtheir missions and protect their forces.(Joint Pub 1-02)

antemortem identification media. Records,samples, photographs taken prior to death.These include, but are not limited tofingerprints, dental x-rays, body tissuesamples, photographs of tattoos or otheridentifying marks. These “predeath”records would be compared against recordscompleted after death to help establish apositive identification of a remains.(Approved for inclusion in the next editionof Joint Pub 1-02.)

area of responsibility. 1. The geographicalarea associated with a combatant commandwithin which a combatant commander hasauthority to plan and conduct operations.2. In naval usage, a predefined area ofenemy terrain for which supporting shipsare responsible for covering by fire onknown targets or targets of opportunity andby observation. Also called AOR. (JointPub 1-02)

Believed-To-Be. The status of any remainsuntil a positive identification. Usedinterchangeably with tentativeidentification. (This term and its definitionare applicable only in the context of thispub and cannot be referenced outside of thispublication.)

casualty. Any person who is lost to theorganization by having been declared dead,duty status - whereabouts unknown,missing, ill, or injured. (Joint Pub 1-02)

collecting point. A point designated for theassembly of personnel casualties, stragglers,disabled materiel, salvage, etc., for furthermovement to collecting stations or rearinstallations. (Joint Pub 1-02)

combatant command. A unified orspecified command with a broad continuingmission under a single commanderestablished and so designated by thePresident, through the Secretary of Defenseand with the advice and assistance of theChairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.Combatant commands typically havegeographic or functional responsibilities.(Joint Pub 1-02)

combatant command (commandauthority). Nontransferable commandauthority established by title 10 (“ArmedForces”), United States Code, section 164,exercised only by commanders of unifiedor specified combatant commands unlessotherwise directed by the President or theSecretary of Defense. Combatantcommand (command authority) cannot bedelegated and is the authority of acombatant commander to perform thosefunctions of command over assigned forcesinvolving organizing and employingcommands and forces, assigning tasks,designating objectives, and givingauthoritative direction over all aspects ofmilitary operations, joint training, andlogistics necessary to accomplish themissions assigned to the command.Combatant command (commandauthority) should be exercised through thecommanders of subordinate organizations.Normally this authority is exercised throughsubordinate joint force commanders andService and/or functional componentcommanders. Combatant command(command authority) provides full authorityto organize and employ commands and forces

PART II—TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

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as the combatant commander considersnecessary to accomplish assigned missions.Operational control is inherent in combatantcommand (command authority). Also calledCOCOM. (Joint Pub 1-02)

combatant commander. A commander inchief of one of the unified or specifiedcombatant commands established by thePresident. (Joint Pub 1-02)

contaminated remains. Remains ofpersonnel which have absorbed or uponwhich have been deposited radioactivematerial, or biological or chemical agents.(Approved for inclusion in the next editionof Joint Pub 1-02.)

continental United States. United Statesterritory, including the adjacent territorialwaters, located within North Americabetween Canada and Mexico. Also calledCONUS. (Joint Pub 1-02)

emergency interment. An interment,usually on the battlefield, when conditionsdo not permit either evacuation forinterment in an interment site or intermentaccording to national or international legalregulations. (This term and its definitionmodifies the existing term “emergency burial”and its definition and is approved for inclusionin the next edition of Joint Pub 1-02.)

escort. 6. A member of the Armed Forcesassigned to accompany, assist, or guide anindividual or group, e.g., an escort officer.(Joint Pub 1-02)

graves registration program. A programwhich provides for search, recovery,tentative identification, and evacuation, ortemporary interment. Temporary intermentis only authorized by the geographiccombatant commander. Disposition ofpersonal effects is included in this program.(This term and its definition modifies theexisting term “graves registration” and its

definition and is approved for inclusion inthe next edition of Joint Pub 1-02.)

group interment. An interment in acommon grave of two or more individuallyunidentified remains. (This term and itsdefinition modifies the existing term“group burial” and its definition and isapproved for inclusion in the next editionof Joint Pub 1-02.)

hostile casualty. A person who is the victimof a terrorist activity or who becomes acasualty “in action.” “In action”characterizes the casualty as having beenthe direct result of hostile action, sustainedin combat or relating thereto, or sustainedgoing to or returning from a combat missionprovided that the occurrence was directlyrelated to hostile action. Included arepersons killed or wounded mistakenly oraccidentally by friendly fire directed at ahostile force or what is thought to be ahostile force. However, not to beconsidered as sustained in action and notto be interpreted as hostile casualties areinjuries or death due to the elements, self-inflicted wounds, combat fatigue, andexcept in unusual cases, wounds or deathinflicted by a friendly force while theindividual is in an absent-without-leave,deserter, or dropped-from-rolls status or isvoluntarily absent from a place of duty.(Joint Pub 1-02)

joint mortuary affairs office. Plans andexecutes all mortuary affairs programswithin a theater. Provides guidance tofacilitate the conduct of all mortuaryprograms and to maintain data (as required)pertaining to recovery, identification, anddisposition of all US dead and missing inthe assigned theater. Serves as the centralclearing point for all mortuary affairs andmonitors the deceased and missing personaleffects program. Also called JMAO.(Approved for inclusion in the next editionof Joint Pub 1-02.)

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killed in action. A casualty categoryapplicable to a hostile casualty, other thanthe victim of a terrorist activity, who is killedoutright or who dies as a result of woundsor other injuries before reaching a medicaltreatment facility. Also called KIA. (JointPub 1-02)

military operations other than war.Operations that encompass the use ofmilitary capabilities across the range ofmilitary operations short of war. Thesemilitary actions can be applied tocomplement any combination of the otherinstruments of national power and occurbefore, during, and after war. Also calledMOOTW. (Joint Pub 1-02)

mortuary affairs. Covers the search for,recovery, identification, preparation, anddisposition of remains of persons for whomthe Services are responsible by status andExecutive Order. (Approved for inclusionin the next edition of Joint Pub 1-02.)

nonhostile casualty. A person who becomesa casualty due to circumstances not directlyattributable to hostile action or terroristactivity. Casualties due to the elements,self-inflicted wounds, and combat fatigueare nonhostile casualties. (Joint Pub 1-02)

organizational equipment. Referring tomethod of use, signifies that equipment,other than individual equipment, which isused in furtherance of the common missionof an organization or unit. (Joint Pub1-02)

Person Authorized to Direct Disposition ofRemains. A person, usually primary nextof kin, who is authorized to directdisposition of remains. (Approved forinclusion in the next edition of Joint Pub1-02.)

Person Eligible to Receive Effects. Theperson authorized by law to receive thepersonal effects of a deceased militarymember. Receipt of personal effects doesnot constitute ownership. (Approved forinclusion in the next edition of Joint Pub1-02.)

personal effects. All privately ownedmoveable, personal property of anindividual. (Approved for inclusion in thenext edition of Joint Pub 1-02.)

remains. Whenever used within thispublication, remains will mean a corpse, ora portion thereof. (This term and itsdefinition are applicable only in the contextof this pub and cannot be referenced outsidethis publication.)

search. 2. A systematic reconnaissance of adefined area, so that all parts of the areahave passed within visibility. (Joint Pub1-02)

temporary interment. A site for the purposeof: a. The interment of the remains if thecircumstances permit or b. The reburial ofremains exhumed from an emergencyinterment. (This term and its definitionmodifies the existing term “temporarycemetery” and its definition and isapproved for inclusion in the next editionof Joint Pub 1-02.)

trench interment. A method of intermentin which remains are placed head-to-toe.Used only for temporary multiple burials.(This term and its definition modifies theexisting term “trench burial” and itsdefinition and is approved for inclusion inthe next edition of Joint Pub 1-02.)

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ProjectProposal

J-7 formally staffs withServices and CINCS

Includes scope of project,references, milestones,and who will developdrafts

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18 to 24 months followingpublication, the Director J-7, willsolicit a written report from thecombatant commands andServices on the utility and qualityof each pub and the need for anyurgent changes or earlier-than-scheduled revisions

No later than 5 years afterdevelopment, each pub is revised

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All joint doctrine and tactics, techniques, and procedures are organized into a comprehensive hierarchyas shown in the chart above. is in the series of joint doctrine publications.The diagram below illustrates an overview of the development process:

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Lead Agent forwards proposed pub to Joint Staff

Joint Staff takes responsibility for pub, makesrequired changes and prepares pub forcoordination with Services and CINCS

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