National Response Framework 2007

The New NRP

September, 2007

2September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

Planned review and update of the National Response Plan

NRF Smooth Draft distributed for State review prior to full publication/Released for public comment 10 September

Basic document shrunk to a “framework” from what was in the NRP

Annexes still substantial and have most of the details

“Playbooks” added

Overview

3September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

Incident of National Significance gone

IMAT terminology replaces ERT AND FIRST

ESF-9 is all Search and Rescue, not just US&R

NRF Resource Center http://www.fema.gov/NRF

Interesting Points

4September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

Unified Coordination Group replaces JFO Coordination Group

PFO remains, but in organization chart, parallel to, not above the rest of the Unified Coordination Group

PFO and FCO will NEVER be the same person

JTF Commander is member of UCG

Interesting Points

5September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

The National Response Framework is a guide to how the nation conducts all-hazards incident management. It is built upon flexible, scalable and adaptable coordinating structures to align key roles and responsibilities across the nation, linking all levels of government and private sector businesses and nongovernmental organizations. It is intended to capture specific authorities and best practices for managing incidents that range from the serious but purely local, to large-scale terrorist attacks or catastrophic natural disasters.

Overview

6September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Policy

Homeland Security CouncilSupported by Domestic Readiness Group (DRG)No role in operational management

National Security CouncilSupported by Counterterrorism Security Group (CSG) No role in operational management

15 Planning Scenarios the basis of long range planning

7September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Key Operations Centers National Operations Center (NOC)

DHS/FEMA’s primary operations management center for most, but not all, national incident response and recovery incidents, as well as the focal point for national resource coordination. NRCC National Infrastructure Coordination Center (NICC):

National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC). Strategic Information and Operations Center (SIOC)(FBI) National Military Command Center and U.S. Northern Command.

8September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

The term “response” includes immediate actions to save lives, protect property and meet basic human needs.

Response includes the execution of emergency operations plans, actions to support short-term recovery and some short-term mitigation activities.

The Framework is always in effect

Overview

9September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

States, Territories and Tribal Nations. States, territories and tribal nations have the primary responsibility for the public health and welfare of their citizens.

NRF makes clear the sovereignty of the States.

Overview

10September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

Private sector businesses play an essential role in protecting critical infrastructure systems and implementing plans for the rapid restoration of normal commercial activities and critical infrastructure operations in the event of disruption.

NGOs serve a vital role in response by mitigating potential risks and performing essential service missions within communities in times of need.

Overview

11September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Principles

Engaged Partnership

Tiered Response

Flexible, scalable, and adaptable Operational capabilities

Unity of effort through Unified Command

Readiness to Act

12September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Principles

Reemphasizes the hierarchy of assistance:

Individual is responsible for his or her own safetyLocal Community is first backupState involved only when Local community can’tFederal assists state

13September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Incident Management

Three Aspects:Prepare

Plan OrganizeTrainEquipExerciseEvaluate

RespondRecover

14September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Incident Management

Preparation (among others):

Continued reliance on Emergency Support FunctionsPre-scripted Mission AssignmentsPre-negotiated contractsPre-positioned resourcesActive Operations Centers

15September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Incident Management

Three Aspects:

PrepareRespond

Achieve Situational AwarenessAssess and ActivateConduct ResponseDemobilize

Recover

16September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Incident Management

Response:

Continuous MonitoringRight Information at the Right TimeImproved integration of national informationLinked Operations Centers/Experts

Disaster classification and procedures under Stafford Act are unchanged

17September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework

During catastrophic events, especially for those which occur without notice, the Federal Government may take proactive measures to mobilize and deploy assets in anticipation of a request from a State. Protocols for proactive Federal response are most likely to be implemented for catastrophic events involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or high-yield explosive weapons of mass destruction, or large-magnitude earthquakes or other natural or technological disasters in or near heavily populated areas.

Proactive Federal Response to Catastrophic Events

18September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Incident Management

Three Aspects: Prepare Respond Recover

Identify needs and resources Provide housing and promote restoration Address care and treatment of affected persons Inform residents and prevent unrealistic expectations Implement additional measures for community restoration. Incorporate mitigation measures and techniques, as feasible.

19September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Principles

Use National Incident Management System elements of unified command in support of incident response.

Single set of objectives; Collective, strategic approach; Improved information flow and coordination; Common understanding of joint priorities and restrictions; No agency’s legal authorities are compromised or neglected; and A combined efforts of all agencies under a single plan.

20September 2007FEMA Region I, Disaster Operations Branch

The National Response Framework Incident Management Operations

Operations under revised NIMSIncident Command SystemMulti-agency coordination systemsUnified CommandTrainingIdentification and management of resourcesSituational awarenessQualifications and certificationCollection, tracking and reporting of incident information and incident resourcesCrisis action planningExercises