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HLS
Homeland Security
Squadron Ky-217
National Homeland Security Knowledgebase
CAP ALERTING SYSTEM
RED (Severe) Severe risk of terrorist attack or disaster operations
Action: Place CAP resources on RED ALERT status. CAP resources will be placed in secure locations under close control. Selected staff personnel, rapid response teams, and selected mission aircrews and ground teams will be placed on RED ALERT status and should prepare for expected deployment. People will not report for duty unless directed by the National Commander, Region Commander, Wing Commander, or the NOC. If directed to report for duty, mission bases may be occupied with staff and ICS liaison CAP personnel. Communications nets, particularly HF-SSB nets, between Wing HQ's, Region HQ's, and National HQ will be conducted at least once every six hours during Red Level Operations. Selected aircrews and ground teams may be directed to report to designated locations to await orders to deploy. Report status as directed.
ORANGE (HIGH) High risk of terrorist attack or disaster operations
Action: CAP resources will be placed on ORANGE ALERT status. Selected staff personnel, rapid response teams, and selected mission aircrews and ground teams will be placed on TELEPHONE ALERT and should prepare for possible deployment. CAP resources including CAP emergency operations centers, aircraft and ground vehicles will be inspected to determine operational status. Communications nets, particularly HF-SSB nets, between Wing HQ's, Region HQ's, and National HQ will be conducted at least once daily during Orange Level Operations. Security of resources shall be checked. Report status as directed.
YELLOW (ELEVATED) Significant risk of terrorist attacks or disaster operations
Action: Coordinate emergency plans with nearby local authorities. Put contingency plans into action if necessary. CAP emergency service personnel and resources including CAP emergency operations centers, aircraft and ground vehicles will be checked to determine operational status. Communications nets, particularly HF-SSB nets, between Wing HQ's, Region HQ's, and National HQ will be conducted at least weekly during Yellow Level Operations. Report status as directed.
BLUE (GUARDED) General risks of terrorist attacks or disaster operations
Action: Check to ensure communications links with emergency response teams work. Increase training and preparation for the staff, air and ground teams. Review and update emergency procedures. Coordinate, maintain, and update current Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with partner agencies. Provide CAP personnel with whatever information is necessary.
GREEN (LOW) Low risk of terrorist attacks or disaster operations
Action: Refine plans for emergencies. Train staff on emergency plans and capabilities. Maintain resource capability. Meet with external organizations to present CAP support capabilities and to develop new MOUs.
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