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On-Scene Coordinator

On-Scene Coordinator. The “Eyes & Ears” on scene!. Objectives. IDENTIFY the criteria to determine an OSC PERFORM the duties of the On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) STATE the minimum frequency of SITREPs IMPLEMENT the Search Action Plan (SAP).

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On-Scene Coordinator

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  1. On-Scene Coordinator The “Eyes & Ears” on scene!

  2. Objectives • IDENTIFY the criteria to determine an OSC • PERFORM the duties of the On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) • STATE the minimum frequency of SITREPs • IMPLEMENT the Search Action Plan (SAP)

  3. On Scene Coordinator • Two or more units on scene • Coordinate activities of units • Designated by SMC IAMSAR Vol. 2, 1.2.4

  4. OSC Determination • SAR Training • Communications Capabilities • On-Scene Endurance IAMSAR Vol. 2, 1.2.4

  5. OSC Selection • CG Resources • Military Units • State & Local Agencies • Civilian Shipping • Local Mariners/Private

  6. OSC Duties • Coordinate operations on-scene. • Receive the SAP or Rescue Plan • Plan the SAR operations, if no available plan • Modify SAP or Rescue Plan as situation dictates and keep SMC advised IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  7. Search Plan Modification • Hazards to nav. • Draft vs. Depth • More SRUs • New info • Changes in WX, vis., light IAMSAR Vol. 2, 1.2.4 IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  8. Orienting Search Areas Angle of the sun Maximum target exposure in troughs.

  9. OSC Duties • Coordinate on-scene communications • Primary and Secondary frequencies • Monitor performance of other facilities • Ensure operations are conducted safely • Maintain safe separations among facilities • SAR Operation Risks IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  10. SAR Operation Risks Practical Concerns • Is the distress craft in immediate distress? • Can SRU handle the weather conditions? • Do you have enough information? • Can the SRU realistically be of assistance? • Survivors? Number, and logistics? • Is a helicopter involved? IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  11. OSC Duties Situation Report (SITREP) • Pass key information • Minimum frequency shall be daily • Initial SITREPs with significant info • Voice comms may be used IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  12. OSC Duties Record of Operations • SRU arrival and departure times • Area searched • Track spacing used • Sightings and leads • Actions taken • Results obtained IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  13. OSC Duties • Release SRU’s no longer required • Pass survivor information to SMC • Request SMC assistance when needed • Receive and evaluate sighting reports from all units. • Divert units to investigate as necessary. IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

  14. Review • What are 3 criteria on which OSC is selected? • Can an OSC modify search plans? • What is the minimum frequency of a SITREP?

  15. Questions?

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