Download or read book Assessing National Guard Readiness to Respond to Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorist Events written by Janet M. Harrington and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There continues to be discussion about the military's readiness to assist civil authorities in response to weapons of mass destruction (WMD) incidents. Some suggest that the new demands of homeland security are so significant that total reorganization of the National Guard is required. Others cite the National Guard's long history of supporting traditional military missions, homeland defense and consequence management as proof that major reorganization is not necessary. This paper proposes that scenario-based analysis provides a method to help ascertain and achieve required levels of readiness. Broad, unsubstantiated assumptions and conclusions have not provided enough specificity or rationale for meaningful decision making. This paper discusses the traditional role of the National Guard in homeland security and the probability of a WMD terrorist event. The paper then proposes a scenario-based model that analyzes the probability of a specific WMD usage and its potential impact on the civilian community. Form this model, one can identify military missions unique to WMD consequence management. Analysis can then determine specific readiness deficiencies and recommendations for corrections. In this paper, the terrorist use of a radiological dispersion device (RDD) is modeled to illustrate the concept of scenario-based readiness planning. The paper concludes with specific recommendations to improve military readiness for response to RDDs.
Download or read book National Guard Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Teams written by Robert W. Brown and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 23 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Civil Support Teams (CST) were created under the auspices of the Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 1997 which advocated training first-responders to deal with a WMD terrorist incident. The military was tasked to develop and maintain at least one domestic terrorism rapid response team composed of members of the armed forces, capable of aiding federal, state, and local officials in the detection, neutralization, containment, disassembly, and disposal of weapons of mass destruction. So far, Congress has authorized a total of 44 CSTs. The first 10 teams were established in the NDAA for FY 1999. Seventeen additional teams were authorized in FY 2000 and five more in FY 2001 to assist local and state authorities in assessing and evaluating a WMD attack. The first thirty-two have been certified by the Department of Defense to date. An additional 12 teams were included in the Defense Appropriations Bill for FY 2004. The CSTs are located across the country and eventually all 53 State and Territory Governors and the District of Columbia may have one at their disposal. Because of this accelerated timeline and evolution, the CSTs were rapidly developed and pressed into service very early in their life cycle development.
Download or read book Combating Terrorism written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government Reform. Subcommittee on National Security, Veterans Affairs, and International Relations and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2001-06 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Witnesses: Charles Cragin, Acting Assist. Secretary for Reserve Affairs, DoD; Major General Roger Shultz, Dir., Army National Guard; Brigadier General Bruce Lawlor, Deputy Dir. for Military Support, Dir., Consequence Management Program Integration Office, U.S. Dept. of the Army; Major General John H. Fenimore, Adjutant General, N.Y. National Guard; and Mark Gebicke, Dir., National Security Preparedness Issues, Ann Borseth, Senior Evaluator, and Robert Pelletier, Assistant Dir., National Security and International Affairs Div., GAO.
Download or read book 21st Century Military Documents written by Department of Defense and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-29 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This regulation delineates the responsibilities and details the processes and procedures for management of National Guard Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Teams (WMD-CST). Civil emergency management structure prepares for and manages the consequences of incidents that occur within their jurisdiction. The National Guard leverages its war fighting capability to support the civil authorities by providing a disciplined, well trained, and well equipped organization to supplement local, state, and Federal efforts to manage potential catastrophic events, or provide special technical support to augment specific needs of the Incident Commander (IC). WMD-CSTs are designed and trained to provide initial assessment of incidents and advise and assist the IC, State Emergency Management, the State's Joint Forces Headquarters (JFHQ-State), the Adjutant General (AG) or Commanding General (CG), the Governor, and other key officials, including representatives of Federal agencies. This regulation establishes the policies, processes, and standards for synchronized, integrated, and seamless WMD-CST employment across the nation, on short notice to assist local and state governments in protecting public health and safety, restoring essential government services, and providing emergency relief to governments, businesses, and individuals affected by the consequences of catastrophic events. Chapter 1 - Introduction * Chapter 2 - WMD-CST Response Management Plan * Chapter 3 - WMD-CST Mission Requests and Validations * Chapter 4 - Alert and Deployment * Chapter 5 - Command and Control * Chapter 6 - Reporting * Chapter 7 - Mission Execution * Chapter 8 - Operational Support * Chapter 9 - Medical * Chapter 10 - WMD-CST Logistics * Chapter 11 - Funding * Chapter 12 - Training and Readiness * Chapter 13 - Personnel and Administration * Chapter 14 - WMD-CST Certification and Revalidation Process * Chapter 15 - WMD-CST Standardization and Evaluation The WMD-CSTs are National Guard units designed to provide a specialized capability to respond to a chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear (CBRN) incident primarily in a Title 32 operational status within the United States, the District of Columbia, its territories and possessions, as established by 10 USC §12310. Congress, the President, and DoD recognized that the WMD-CSTs, responding under the authority of the Governor, provide significant capabilities to assist local and state agencies that may be overwhelmed by a large-scale terrorist attack or where specific technical capabilities to identify CBRN materials are required. In October 1998, Congress authorized and funded the fielding of the first 10 WMD-CSTs. With this fielding began the development and evolution of new capabilities and concepts to ensure that DoD could support evolving interagency response plans. Since 1998, Congress has authorized and funded the fielding of WMD-CSTs in the remaining States and territories.
Download or read book U S Military s Capabilities to Respond to Domestic Terrorist Attacks Involving the Use of Weapons of Mass Destruction written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Third annual report to the President and the Congress of the Advisory Panel to Assess Domestic Response Capabilities for Terrorism Involving Weapons of Mass Destruction written by and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Preparing the U S Army for Homeland Security written by Eric Victor Larson and published by Rand Corporation. This book was released on 2001 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although military policy seems focused on overseas threats, defending the homeland is, of course, the ultimate objective. This guide examines emergent threats to the USA homeland such as speciality weapons, cyber attacks and ballistic missiles and delineates the army's responsibilities.
Download or read book The United States Counter terrorism Strategy for the 21st Century and Its Cornerstone for Consequence Management written by Donald P. Walker and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Terrorists armed with weapons of mass destruction (WMD) pose a growing threat to the United States and its vital interests (citizens, critical infrastructure, and territory). In response to this threat, President Clinton issued Presidential Decision Directives (PDDs) 39, 62, and 63, which restate the country's long-standing counter-terrorism (CT) policy and outline the administration's strategy (objectives, concepts, and resources) for dealing with it. In support of the administration's policy, Congress has passed laws and increased funding for counter-terrorism programs. One such legislative measure, the Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Act of 1996, identified specific measures certain government departments or agencies needed to take to prepare the nation for the consequences of a WMD event. As a key part of its efforts, the Department of Defense (DoD) created National Guard WMD Civil Support (CS) Teams, the "cornerstone" of DoD's consequence management strategy. The purpose of this research project was to analyze the United States' CT/WMD strategy for the twenty-first century to determine if it was adequate to meet the future domestic security needs of our nation. It was also to assess how well DoD's National Guard WMD Civil Support Teams have been implemented into that strategy. These purposes have been accomplished by identifying the WMD terrorist threats, and assessing how effectively government concepts and resources have been applied towards meeting the national objectives of reducing our country's vulnerabilities to these threats, preventing and deterring them, responding to them, and managing the consequences of their attacks. Conclusions have been drawn based on the analysis. In addition, recommendations have been made to assist federal, state, and local authorities as they prepare now for an uncertain future.
Download or read book Federal Response to Domestic Terrorism Involving Weapons of Mass Destruction training for First Responders written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on National Security. Subcommittee on Military Research and Development and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The National Guard Role in Weapons of Mass Destruction Response written by Randal E. Thomas and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Laws of the St Croix Club written by and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Homeland Defense and Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction written by Kevin R. McBride and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Role of the National Guard in Responding to Weapons of Mass Destruction WMD Attacks in the U S Where Do We Stand written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The potential for terrorists' use of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) threatens Americans every day To many nations and groups, their only means to counter the United States (U.S.) is with nuclear, biological, or chemical weapons According to most experts, terrorists use of WMD is no longer a question of "if" they will be used, but "when." When domestic capabilities were found to be lacking in this regard, Congress enacted legislation, Public Law 104-201, and named the National Guard as the primary responder to domestic WMD events. It is evident gaps and shortfalls remain in the National Guard's (NG) ability to respond to domestic WMD attacks, The purpose of this paper is to examine the critical gaps and shortfalls encountered by the CSTs since their activation, This is done by investigating any available materials concerning the NG involvement in the program, identifying the critical gaps and shortfalls encountered by the CSTs, and to coming up with recommendations to correct them. This paper examines current U.S. policy and strategy to counter terrorist uses of weapons of mass destruction. The second section will examine the CSTs infrastructure, The third section identifies and discusses the predominant gaps and shortfalls encounter by the teams. The final section details current shortfalls and recommendations to improve the overall CST capability.
Download or read book Homeland Defense written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To prepare for potential attacks in the United States involving weapons of mass destruction (WMD), Congress approved the development of National Guard Civil Support Teams (CST) tasked to identify chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or high-yield explosive weapons; assess consequences; advise civil authorities on response measures; and assist with requests for additional support. Thus far, 36 of the 55 approved teams have been fully certified to conduct their mission. The National Guard Bureau (NGB) is in the process of establishing, certifying, and planning for the long-term sustainment of the CSTs. GAO was asked to address the extent to which (1) the CSTs are ready to conduct their mission, and (2) effective administrative mechanisms are in place for the CSTs. The established CSTs have thus far been trained, equipped, and staffed and have command and control mechanisms in place to conduct their domestic mission. However, confusion resulting from a lack of guidance on the types of non-WMD missions the CSTs can conduct to prepare for their WMD terrorism mission could impede coordination between state authorities and local emergency management officials on the appropriate use of the CSTs. This lack of clarity has caused confusion among state, local, and NGB officials, potentially slowing coordination efforts. Also, the Department of Defense (DoD) is proposing a limited role for the CSTs to coordinate and operate with Mexican and Canadian officials in the event of a cross-border WMD incident. To ensure the sustainment of CSTs, the Secretary of Defense should work with NGB and the Secretaries of the Army and of the Air Force to clarify the types of non-WMD response efforts that belong in the CST mission; develop guidance to address CST management challenges; and develop guidance and work with state adjutants general to clarify administrative oversight and support structures for CSTs. The Department of Defense (DoD) generally agreed with GAO's recommendations.
Download or read book Homeland Defense and Weapons of Mass Destruction written by Janet A. St. Laurent and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2010 National Security Strategy emphasizes the importance of strengthening our security and resilience at home and building capability to respond to and recover from major chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive (CBRNE) incidents. The National Guard has established 17 CBRNE Enhanced Response Force Packages (CERFP), which are staffed with National Guard part-time personnel, to provide life-saving capabilities in response to a CBRNE event. The teams are intended to coordinate operations with multiple response partners at the local, state, and federal levels--including Department of Defense (DOD) forces. The National Guard Bureau (NGB) is responsible for managing the CERFP program. GAO assessed (1) how well CERFPs are prepared to perform their mission and how such readiness is measured and reported; (2) how effectively CERFPs coordinate with incident response partners and how well this is evaluated; and (3) the effectiveness of the CERFPs' command and control framework. GAO reviewed program documentation, surveyed National Guard and emergency management officials from 27 states, observed training exercises, and interviewed DOD, NGB, and CERFP officials.
Download or read book National Guard Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Teams Performing as Required written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Department of Defense is also in the process of reevaluating its contribution to homeland security in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. Of particular concern is the DoD plan for assisting civilian authorities in consequence management - the measures taken to protect public health, safety, and the environment, to restore essential government services, and to provide emergency relief to governments businesses and individuals affected by the consequences of terrorism. A significant DoD contribution to the consequence management aspect of homeland security has been the development of the National Guard Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team (WMD-CST), a new type of unit designed to provide civilian authorities military support in response to WMD attacks involving the use of nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological (NBCR) weapons. The development of the WMD-CST concept has raised considerable debate over the merits of the new organization. Previous authors argued that the WMD-CST is incapable of providing timely support to local authorities. Others take the criticism of the WMD-CST a step further, calling into question the ability of the Department of Defense to provide personnel sufficiently trained to provide meaningful support to civilian first responders. Positive reviews emphasized the WMD-CSTs' ability to respond rapidly to events, because of their ability to operate under Title 32 or Title 10 authority. This monograph determines whether the National Guard Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team (WMD-CST) is an effective organization for conducting Military Support to Civilian Authorities in response to a WMD attack in the United States. The determination is made by evaluating the actual performance of WMD-CSTs against the required capabilities specified in the original Presidential Decision Directives, legislation, Federal regulations, and Department of Defense initiatives that shaped the national consequence management strategy: specifically: 1) Defense Reform Initiative #25 (the Tiger Team report); 2) the Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Defense Against Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 1996; 3) Presidential Decision Directives 39 and 62; and 4) the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Federal Response Plan of 1998. The results of audits of the WMD-CST program and the actual performance of WMD-CSTs since September 2001 are compared to their required performance. The analysis identifies where the WMD-CSTs fell short of accomplishing the required missions, and recommends solutions for the shortfalls. This study finds that the WMD-CSTs will never be able to perform as required, mainly because they will not be able to arrive on the scene of a WMD attack in time. The inability of the WMD-CST to perform as required is due to the flawed nature of the employment concept outlined in the Tiger Team report that created the WMD-CST. The WMD-CST employment concept fails because it relies on the invalid assumption that four hours is a rapid enough response time for a WMD attack. The employment concept implied in the Tiger Team report requires the WMD-CST to perform first responder missions that must be performed within an hour of a WMD attack in order to be of value in minimizing civilian casualties s in order to be useful, yet positions the WMD-CST in a manner more appropriate to a follow-on support unit. Because the WMD-CST is a regional asset that requires state-level approval to be employed, it cannot respond in time to perform these functions. This study recommends that the WMD-CST mission and structure be redefined to remove the requirement to perform first-responder missions, and to emphasize pre-incident and post incident support to civilian emergency responders to facilitate DoD consequence management in the event of a WMD attack. The mission of the WMD-CST should be reduced to pre-incident coordination and post-incident consequence management support to first responders.
Download or read book Assessing the Threat written by Advisory Panel to Assess Domestic Response Capabilities for Terrorism Involving Weapons of Mass Destruction (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
