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Las Vegas police department emergency management coordinator, 1992-07
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Las Vegas police department emergency management coordinator, 1992-07
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5/213.01
UNUSUAL OCCURRENCES
A.S. 46.2.2, 47.1.12, 47.1.13, 81.2.14
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
A.S. 2.1.6, 46.1.1, 46.1.2, 46.1.3, 46.1.4, 46.1.5, 46.·1.6, 46.1.8,
46.1.9, 46.2.2, 47.1.2
It is the policy of the Department to support emergency management activities through planning, training, and
participation, and to maintain a position of Emergency Management Coordinator.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Emergency Management Coordinator reports to the Field Services Division Commander and duties
include:
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1 . Serving as principal advisor to the Department on unusual occurrences.
2. Planning for response to unusual occurrences.
3. Maintaining monthly inventory checklists of equipment designated for use in unusual occurrences by
location, quantities, and state of readiness.
4. Ensuring monthly and post-occurrence inspections are conducted by those responsible for the use of
equipment.
5. Maintaining liaison with other emergency management authorities and coordinating any Department
emergency plans with those affected agencies.
6. Planning, reviewing, and updating annually, or more frequently when necessary, the Department's
Emergency Operations Plans and Emergency Operations Manual. This manual contains step-by-step
instructions on how to implement emergency plans. It also contains referral worksheets that list
operational orders, manpower and equipment resources, external resources, command post needs,
available communications, security measures, intelligence matters, news media relations, and on-site
operations.
Another part of this manual is the emergency mobilization plan which serves as a guide for command
officers and other supervisors in supervising and directing Department units, and in facilitating
coordination of police operations with the activities of other agencies responding to emergency
situations. Though the plan provides guidelines for the Department in emergency situations, is not
intended to limit or restrict police initiative, judgement, or independent action required to provide
appropriate and effective police services.
Copies of the Emergency Operations Manual will be maintained at the following locations: Field Services
Division Deputy Chief's Office; Area Captain's Offices; Special Operations Bureau Captain's Office;
Detective Bureau Captain's Office; Communications Bureau Captain's Office; Criminalistics Bureau
Captain's Office; Planning Bureau; SWAT Lieutenant's Office; Traffic Section Lieutenant's Office; Patrol
Lieutenant's vehicles; and the Resident Lieutenant and Sergeant's vehicles.
NOTIFICATION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
It is the responsibility of· the Watch Commander to request notification of the Emergency Management
Coordinator in the following circumstances:
1 . Hazardous Material Spills
Reports of any type or size. Small spills of fuel normally associated with traffic accidents need not be
reported unless an unusual threat is posed by the spill such as flow into a waterway.
2. Radiological
Any incident that is reported.
Natural Disasters
Situations such as earthquakes, floods, avalanches, or large storms where the safety of the public is
jeopardized.
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4. Wild Land Fire
Regardless of land ownership (Federal or State)
5. Fires
Involving large facilities, i.e., motels, casino/hotels, or hospitals
6. Crashed Aircraft
Involving injuries
7. Terrorists or Civil Disorders
i.e., exploded bombs
8. Utility Disruption
Any incident/accident that may require state assistance, i.e., major power outages, pipeline breakage,
etc. .
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT TEAM
The purpose of the Emergency Management Team is to assist the Emergency Management Coordinator in the
direction and coordination of any emergency event. Members of the Emergency Management Team are
assigned by the Undersheriff, or his designee, and are indicated in the most recent Administrative Notice
concerning the team. The Emergency Management Team will be deployed, when necessary, by the
Emergency Management Coordinator:
5/213.02 BOMB THREATS - LOCATED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES • DETONATIONS
A.S. 46.2.2, 47.1.2, 47.1.12, 47.1.13, 81.2.4
BOMB THREATS (NONEXTORTION)
Definition: A bomb threat is the expression of an intention to detonate an explosive device.
Communications Bureau
1. Dispatches patrol officer to the scene. If the person reporting insists that police response is N.QI
necessary, an 1.0. report will be taken. Communications personnel will explain the alternatives to the
person reporting.
Patrol Officer
2. Responds to the scene and confers with the senior representative or key employee of the
establishment. The representative of the establishment must make the following decisions: whether to
conduct a search (using establishment personnel); whether to evacuate during a search; if further action
should be taken if no device or suspected device is found; and if the area is safe or free of explosives.
LYMPP personnel wm not make these decjsjons or ilJdgments.
3. Requests Las Vegas Fire Department Bomb Squad, detectives or other support units if required.
(Outlined in Located Explosive Devices section).
4. Takes crime report when appropriate. Otherwise, completes brief Officer's Report.
Threats Against Vehicles
An officer responding to a threat against a vehicle should attempt to determine the existence of a device
through a prompt preliminary investigation prior to requesting the Bomb Squad. A yjsuai jnspectjon of the
inside and underside of the vehicle will be conducted without opening doors, trunk, or hood. A booby
trapped vehicle could mean serious injury or death to the officer and bystanders.
Nonspecific Threats
A victim is difficult to identify in a bomb threat against a location, e.g., a bomb will blow up at the southwest
corner of Spring Mountain and Las Vegas Boulevard in fifteen minutes. In those cases, the responding officer
will dictate an Officers Report explaining the incident and action taken if the report may be of future value to
investigators.
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BOMB THREATS (EXTORTION)
Definition: A bomb extortion is a demand for material value or services in which an explosive device is indicated
as a means of perpetrating the extortion.
It should be noted that any and all actions and decisions made by LVMPD employees should take into
consideration that the intention of the Department is to conduct the investigation in a covert manner.
Investigative techniques which are appropriate for the situation will be used, including minimizing public
awareness and chances of alerting a suspect(s) to police involvement. In the event that the L VMPD receives
initial information of a bomb threat/extortion against any person or establishment, the target individual or
establishment will be notified as soon as possible by Detectives unless urgent or emergency circumstances
dictate otherwise. -
Department members will make every attempt to work closely with management or their designee(s) in the
coordination and execution of their standard emergency operating procedures to insure public safety.
All decisions regarding compliance with extortion demands will be made by the representative of the
establishment.
Communications Bureau
1 . Notifies FSD Field Lieutenant and patrol supervisor.
2. Notifies Robbery supervisor/detective during normal working hours or General Assignment
supervisor/detective during all other times.
Detective Bureau
3. During regular working hours, Robbery Detail will respond to the scene; at all other times, General
Assignment Detail will respond.
4. Confers with the senior representatives or key employee of the establishment. The representative of
the establishment must make the following decisions: whether to conduct a search (using establishment
employees); whether to evacuate during a search; if further action should be taken if no device or
suspected device is found; and if the area is safe or free from explosives. LYM PP personnel will not
make these decisions or judgments.
5. Requests the Las Vegas Fire Department Bomb Squad and other support units if required (outlined in
Located Explosive Devices Section of this procedure).
6. Contacts Robbery supervisor by phone (if General Assignment has responded) if threat appears
legitimate or actual device is found.
Patrol Officer
7. Responds to the scene, if requested, and assists in any search, evacuation, or cordoning off of area as
directed by detectives.
LOCATED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES AND EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCES
Definition: Explosive substances include, but are not limited to commercial explosives, such as dynamite,
plastic explosives, and gun powder. Explosive devices can be anything constructed of an explosive
substance and designed to be detonated. This can include, but is not limited to military ordnance, such as
hand grenades, blasting caps, pipe bombs, and booby-trapped vehicles.
Handling by Trained Personnel
LVMPD personnel shall not in any way handle, touch, or move any explosive device, either suspected or
known. Suspected explosive devices and threats against a vehicle represent potentially dangerous
assignments and will be handled by the Las Vegas Fire Department Bomb Squad, whose members are
commissioned as Deputy Sheriff's. The Bomb Squad will also handle any explosive or explosive supplies,
such as blasting caps, even when not constructed as a bomb.
Any acids, liquids, gases, or cylinders containing any dangerous substances not considered to be an
explosive, will be handled by the Fire Department in whose jurisdiction the object is found.
Persons, other than members of the Bomb Squad, locating an explosive or suspected explosive device shall
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be advised to remain available for direct communication with the Bomb Squad Commander. This will help to
ensure the proper equipment is dispatched to the scene. Persons finding explosive substances in remote
areas should be asked to remain available at a safe nearby location to aid the Bomb Squad in locating the
explosives.
The LVMPD helicopter and Search & Rescue Units may be called upon to assist in transporting Bomb Squad
personnel to remote areas.
Communications Bureau
1 . Dispatches a patrol officer to scene of located explosive device or explosive substances.
2. Notifies Las Vegas Fire Department Bomb Squad upon request by the field supervisor.
3. Makes following notifications when explosive device or explosive substance is found:
a. Field supervisor of the target area
b. Robbery detective during normal work hours or General Assignment detective at other times
c. Terrorist/Security Intelligence Detective of the Intelligence Services Bureau.
d. Fire Department responsible for the area.
Field Supervisor
4. Responds to and assumes command of the scene. The field supervisor or senior officer in charge will
remain at the scene in the vicinity of the device to brief the Bomb Squad Commander of all relevant
matters.
5. Assigns an additional officer to the primary location (see Command and Control) to assist in
communications.
6. Remains at scene with the additional officer to assist the Bomb Squad and prevent unauthorized access
to the location of the device.
Preliminary actions
Personnel are cautioned against radio transmissions in the vicinity of the device as it could cause detonation .
Land lines should be used when possible.
When the ranking field supervisor requests the bomb squad, a responsible person from the establishment will
be advised, by the field supervisor, of the potential for explosion and an evacuation of the premises will be
initiated. (Evacuation should include at least 100' into an establishment and 400' outside, as well as one floor
above and below in a multi-story building.) Upon arrival, the Bomb Squad Commander will make an immediate
diagnosis of the device, its potential and possible time limitations. Realignment of the evacuation perimeter will
be recommended by the Bomb Squad Commander, if necessary. The ranking field supervisor will contact the
responsible person for the establishment and make modifications in the evacuation perimeter as requested by
the Bomb Squad. Failure to respond to an evacuation order is a violation of NRS 475.070. Sufficient
resources will be obtained to accomplish the evacuation and provide for traffic and crowd control at the scene.
Command and Control
Two Command and control locations will be established when a device or suspected device is located.
1 . The Primary Location will be a place in the vicinity of the device determined suitable by the Bomb Squad
Commander. Command of the Primary Location and all personnel assigned to it will rest solely with the
ranking member of the Bomb Squad.
2. The Field Command Post will be operated and staffed, and a staging area established as for any unusual
occurrence, by LVMPD personnel, who will be in charge of all field operations in connection with the
explosive. Investigative personnel will report to the Field Command Post or staging area as directed,
when arriving at the scene.
Press Relations
LVMPD personnel will not release any of the following information to anyone outside law enforcement:
1 . Type of explosive
2. Components
3 . Packaging
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4. Method used to detonate
5. Opinions as to why the device did or did not detonate
REPORTS OF DETONATION (SMALL DEVICE, MINIMAL OR NO PROPERTY DAMAGEi, NO INJURY)
Communications Bureau
1 . Dispatches patrol officer to location of reported detonation.
Patrol Officer
2. Responds to location and confirms detonation was of a minor nature causing minimal or no property
damage and no injury.
3. Conducts a preliminary investigation, takes a crime report and requests criminalistics, if necessary.
NOTE: Examples of situation falling in this category include firecrackers placed in mail boxes, park toilets
or trash cans.
REPORTS OF DETONATION (PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY OR DEATH)
Scene of Detonation
LVMPD personnel should utilize extreme caution at the scene of any detonation. The possibility of a second
device or partially unexploded charge should not be discounted. Access to the crime scene should be limited
as much as possible until the Bomb Squad declares the area safe.
Communications Bureau
1 . Dispatches patrol officer to location of reported detonation.
2. Dispatches Robbery detective during normal working hours or General Assignment detective at other
times.
3. Notifies Las Vegas Fire Department Bomb Squad.
4. Notifies the Terrorist/Security Intelligence Detective of the Intelligence Services Bureau.
Patrol Officer
5. Provides any emergency assistance as required.
6. Establishes control of the crime scene.
7. Locates potential witnesses.
8. Takes Crime reports.
General Assignment Detective (After normal working hours)
9. Responds to scene and conducts preliminary investigation.
1 O. Contacts Robbery detective by phone and also notifies Homicide detective if death or injury has
occurred.
Robbery Detective ·
11. Responds to scene during normal working hours or when contacted by the General Assignment
detective.
12. Assumes command of the post blast investigation with the Bomb Squad Commander, except cases
handled by Homicide detectives.
Homicide Detail (when responding)
13. Assumes command of the entire investigation if death or injury has occurred.
Criminalistics Bureau
14. Conducts crime scene processing on incidents when requested.
15. Serves as member of post blast team on investigations commanded by Robbery Detail and Bomb
Squad. Receives instructions from team leader.
16. Refrains from handling or impounding live explosives other than to accept a small sample of the
suspect material for analysis.
The Explosive Detector Dog may be requested by the Senior Field Lieutenant when there is a need to search
for unburned explosive substances or evidence (See Department Manual section 5/213.03).
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5/213.03 EXPLOSIVE DETECTOR DOG
A.S. 47.1.2, 47.1.12, 47.1.13
This Department maintains an explosive detector dog which is trained to recognize and indicate the presence
of many explosive substances in a variety of situations. He can find all the common types of DYNAMITE, C-4,
DET CORD, TNT, all BLACK and SMOKELESS POWDERS, several kinds of FUSES and the newer SHEET
EXPLOSIVES. He can detect as little as an ounce of explosive hidden inside a locked vehicle and can be used
to search offices, casinos, parking lots, truck yards, all kinds of aircraft, baggage areas, packages, luggage and
locker rooms.
It should be noted that the use of the explosive detector dog is supplemental to all other procedures
concerning unusual occurrences and is not intended to replace any operating procedures outlined in ·section
5/213.00 of the Department Manual.
All preplanned use of the detector dog will be coordinated through the Selective Enforcement Bureau
Commander or the SWAT/K-9 Section Lieutenant in his absence.
All emergency requests for the explosive detector dog will be approved by the on-duty senior area command
Lieutenant, including requests from Fire Department Bomb Squad personnel. The dog and handler can be
requested through the Communications Bureau according to the following guidelines:
BOMB THREATS
Prior to requesting the explosive detector dog, consideration should be given to such conditions as the area
to be searched, the amount of time prior to predicted detonation, the ability of personnel from the
establishment to perform a thorough search, and the need to expose personnel to the hazards of a search. If it
appears the dog would be beneficial, the on-duty senior area command Field Lieutenant will be advised of all
known conditions and will make the final determination to dispatch the detector dog to the scene .
In cases where an extortion accompanies a bomb threat, or where an extortion is presumed, the request for the
detector dog will be made by the Fire Department Bomb Squad Investigator or the LVMPD Investigator
through the on-duty senior area command Field Lieutenant.
THREATS AGAINST VEHICLES
The detector dog may be used in cases of threats against vehicles after a preliminary search of the exterior of
the vehicle has been concluded and a more detailed search is warranted. The dog is capable of detecting the
presence of an explosive device hidden from view and can easily pinpoint a specific vehicle.
LOCATED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES
Fire Department Bomb Squad personnel will be on the scene of all located explosive devices and may need
the services of the detector dog to verify the presence of explosive substances or conduct further searches.
They will request the dog through the on-duty senior area command Lieutenant who will then notify
Communications Bureau.
DETONATED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES
In cases where an explosion has occurred (major or minor), and there is a need to search for unburned
explosive substances and evidence, or other unlocated devices, the detector dog will be requested by the on
duty senior area command Field Lieutenant through the Communications Bureau.
CLEARING LOCATIONS FOR VISITING DIGNITARIES
The detector dog may be used to sweep or clear an area of explosive devices in the event of a visiting
dignitary. Requests for this sweep will be coordinated with the Commander of the Special Operations Bureau .
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5/213.05 EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION PLAN
A.S. 46.1.5
It is the policy of this Department to mobilize commissioned and certain _ key civilian members as necessary in
response to major incidents requiring a maximum commitment of personnel and equipment resources in a
timely manner.
Mobilization Plan/Authorization
This Department's Emergency Mobilization Plan is a single-stage plan for alerting the maximum number of
personnel to respond to duty when the demands of a major incident have exceeded the capabilities of on-duty
personnel and specified call outs.
The FSD Watch Commander, with concurrence of the Deputy Chief of FSD, shall be responsible for
requesting authorization from the Sheriff, or his designee, to implement the Emergency Mobilization Plan.
Notification Of Personnel
The Communications Bureau shall be responsible for the notification of personnel. Members will be directed
to report to their normal duty station as primary assembly area, unless alternate assembly areas have been
established due to the location or nature of the incident.
In addition, the Communications Bureau shall notify the Public Information Officer (PIO) to contact the FSD
Watch Commander by phone for information to arrange for the broadcast of the Department's Mobilization Plan
on local radio and television stations. The broadcasts will serve to notify the community of the Department's
increased state of preparedness and curtailing of normal responses in proportion to the level of the
emergency, as well as to aid in notification of Department members.
Suspension Of Services
The Communications Bureau Commander will initiate a multi-level Response Category Profile (RCP) plan for
officers to respond to calls for service not related to the major incident. The revised plan is structured to:
1 . give priorities to requests involving danger to life and property, and to
2. temporarily suspend other noncritical calls for service.
Planning And Coordination
The FSD Watch Commander shall coordinate with Area Commanders, the Emergency Management
Coordinator, and other key members for contingency planning necessitated by the· nature of the incident, Area
Command boundaries, and possible involvement by outside agency personnel. Planning and coordination
shall include, but not be limited to:
1. personnel allocations
2. communications requirements
3. equipment distribution
4. special team or task force activations
5. key personnel designations
6. transportation requirements
7. management control measures
Rehearsal of Mobilization Plan
The Deputy Chief of FSD shall have the option, as deemed necessary, to rehearse the planning aspects of the
Emergency Mobilization Plan (without call outs), and/or to involve key personnel in periodic mock exercises
conducted by local emergency management authorities.
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5/213.06 MAJOR INCIDENT PLAN
A.S. 2.1. 7, 46.1.2, 46.1.3, 46.2.2, 46.2.3, 47.1.2
It is the policy of this Department to provide for the allocation and deployment of personnel and equipment,
when it is determined that situations, such as natural and man-made disasters and civil disturbances, will require
a major commitment of Departmental resources for an extended period of time.
GENERAL
In accordance with Section 5/211.01, in the event an emergency situation occurs requiring the use of patrol
personnel, the FSD Watch Commander shall assume command of all police operations until relieved by a
senior commanding officer. (See Section 1/301.04 for rank order of precedence.)
The FSD Watch Commander, or senior officer assuming command for the incident, shall have the discretion to
use this procedure in its entirety or in part as appropriate to the situation. Other procedures, such as the
Aircraft Accident Plan and the Hazardous Materials Incident/Accident Plan offer specific guidance for those
types of incidents.
If a major incident appears to be exceeding the capabilities of on-duty members and selected augmentees,
consideration will be given to implementation of the Department's Emergency Mobilization Plan.
PROCEDURE
First Officer(s) At Scene/First Line Supervisor
1. Assesses and reports the nature of the incident as soon as possible.
2. Establishes control and perimeter of the scene, providing entrance and exit routes for rescue/
emergency personnel.
3. Coordinates/assists in any rescue and evacuation efforts.
4. Utilizes available resources i.e., equipment, transportation, personnel, etc., to control the situation and
prevent loss of life and property.
5. Preserves the scene for identification and evidentiary purposes.
6. Conducts preliminary investigation of any criminal activity, death, or serious injury resulting from the
incident.
7. Requests Communications to notify the FSD Watch Commander.
Communications Bureau
8. Notifies the FSD Watch Commander and makes appropriate notifications/call outs, such as
Division/Bureau/Area Commanders, and other personnel such as Emergency Management Coordinator,
S.W.A.T., Public Information Officer, etc., as directed by the FSD Watch Commander.
9. Establishes, if necessary, a dedicated radio channel and assigns personnel to handle the radio channel.
10. Notifies detention facilities of the incident (if mass arrests appear imminent), per request of the FSD
Watch Commander.
11. Advises Special Operations Bureau if the Mobile Command Post is to be activated.
FSD Watch Commander
12. Arrives at scene, establishes the command post and inner and outer perimeters, and directs evacuations
as necessary for citizen safety and public/private facility security.
13. Coordinates the placement of the Mobile Command Post and staffing with Communications personnel.
14. Assigns Command Post positions as the incident may require:
a. Secondary On-Scene Commander - Assumes command in absence of FSD Watch Commander,
completes log of the activities of the Field Command Post, and maintains liaison with other
agencies as required.
b. Security Officer - Responsible for access/security at the scene, staging areas, and public facilities.
c. Logistics Officer(s) - Responsible for procurement and control of necessary supplies and
transportation.
d. Facilities Coordinator - Responsible for securing special equipment and facilities as required in
conjunction with the Emergency Management Coordinator .
Special Operations Bureau
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16. Arranges for activation and delivery of Mobile Command Post.
1 7. Assigns Air Operations Officer to the Command Post.
Command Post Air Operations Officer
18. Coordinates landing sites, logistical support, mission assignments, communications, etc., and
coordinates air operations with FAA and Air Traffic Control personnel, and with ATC for air space closure
under FAR 91.91 , if necessary.
Emergency Management Coordinator
19. Serves as advisor to FSD Watch Commander.
2 O. Maintains liaison with local emergency management authorities.
Traffic Section
21 . Provides traffic control as dictated by the situation.
S.W.A.T Unit
22. Reports to the Command Post fully equipped for assignment, when notified. (S.W.A.T. personnel take
instructions only from S.W.A.T. Unit supervisors.)
Deputy Chief of ISD (or Designee)
23. Establishes liaison with the Coroner's Office in the event of deaths and injuries resulting from the
incident.
24. Establishes court and prosecutorial liaison with the District Attorney's Office, City Attorney's Office, and
the City and County Court Administrative Offices, as determined by mass arrests or other legal matters
25. Establishes liaison with the FBI or other Federal personnel during concurrent jurisdictional situations.
26. Assigns personnel to specialized investigative teams as dictated by the situation.
Public Information Officer (PIO)
27. Provides media releases/briefings, as appropriate, including situation updates, casualty information,
arrest information etc., in order to dispel rumors and encourage the cooperation of the community. (See
5/107.24, News Media and Public Information.)
Detention Services Division Director or Designee
28. Assigns DSD Supervisor to the Command Post for coordination purposes if notified that mass arrests are
to be made and Detention personnel, transportation, and mass booking kit are required.
Arresting Officer(s)
29. Ensures any juvenile offenders are separated from adults and handled in accordance with current
Department procedures. (See 5/203.12, Juvenile Bookings.)
30. Handcuffs or otherwise restrains adult arrestees.
31. Completes LVMPD 22, Temporary Custody Record/Declaration Of Arrest.
32. Brings arrestee to transport vehicle.
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33. Accomplishes the following, in accordance with DSD Mass Booking SOP (and interlocal agreements, if
appropriate), before placing arrestee in transport vehicle:
a. Photographs arrestee and prints name on photograph.
b. Checks LVMPD 22 for completeness and attaches photograph.
c. Pat searches arrestees for weapons and other contraband.
d. Secures any contraband in envelopes, noting arrestee's name and I.D.# or description on
envelope.
e. Observe arrestees for injuries or other conditions that would require medical treatment, and
informs the field supervisor of the conditions.
34. Places arrestees in transport vehicle(s) and informs arrestees of the booking process while awaiting
departure or in transit.
35. Requests Communications to inform the Detention Center/Las Vegas Jail of the estimated time of
arrival/number of arrestees to be booked.
36. Completes booking process and ensures arrestees are provided proper food, water, sanitation, medical
attention, and defense counsel visitations in accordance with existing policies .
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Area Field Lieutenant (or designee)
3 7. Coordinates normal field operations so as to avoid conflict with the incident.
FSD Watch Commander
38. Extends work shifts as necessary.
39. Coordinates other agency involvement through group/team tasks so as to maintain integrity of
command.
40. Coordinates the activation of the National Guard/military should martial law be instituted. (Only the
Sheriff, Undersheriff, Assistant Sheriff Line Operations, and Deputy Chief of the FSD are authorized to
request the assistance of the National Guard.)
41. Retains command of all Department officers assigned to the incident.
42. Utilizes this procedure in the event the incident falls under the jurisdiction of another agency, local or
federal, until such time as the Department is relieved of responsibility or reverts to a support function.
43. Determines the continued need for personnel and equipment at the scene as the situation subsides.
44. Deactivates Field Command Post upon conclusion of all incident-related activities and returns personnel
to their normal schedule.
Supervisors
45. Identifies the special needs of first responders and other members, especially those incidents involving
heavy loss of life, and provides them access to the Department's Police Employees Assistance Program
(PEAP) for psychological support and counseling.
46. Ensures equipment issued to their members for use during the emergency is turned in before being
relieved of duty.
47. Maintains record of assigned personnel, including names and personnel numbers, and hours worked, to
be submitted on a day-to-day basis for purposes of payment.
PEAP
48. Arranges for psychological support and counseling for members as appropriate .
Deputy Chief of FSD
49. Conducts critique of the entire operation as soon as practical, with the assistance of the FSD Watch
Commander, and other involved personnel.
FSD Watch Commander
50. Submits an after-action report, containing a complete and detailed account of the Department's
response to the incident, along with the Command Post log, to the Deputy Chief of FSD within (30) thirty
days, with a copy to the Emergency Management Coordinator.
Deputy Chief of FSD
51 . Submits final report to the Sheriff.
5/213.08 DETENTION FACILITY HOSTAGE PLAN
A.S. 46.1.11, 47.1.1, 47.1.2, 47.1·.3, 47.1.11
NEGOTIATION TEAM
The Negotiation Team provides trained and qualified personnel to negotiate during a structured, stressful
situation in an attempt to minimize violence. The functions of the negotiators are as follows:
1 . Primary Negot;ator
Concentrates his entire attention on communicating with the suspect.
2. secondary Negot;ator
Coaches and prompts the Primary, keeps logs of significant points, deadlines, etc. May act as relief
negotiator if situation permits introduction .
3. Backstop
Evaluates intelligence, assists secondary in interpreting tactics or strategy to guide Primary, runs
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4. Hostage Team Coordinator
Acts as the "link" or "insulation" between the negotiation team and the command post and staff, to better
coordinate the combination of efforts and still insure the integrity of established negotiations procedures
and tactics.
COMMAND RESPONSIBILITY
The Detention Supervisor in charge of the facility involved shall be the interior command post commander and
assume command of all operations inside the Detention facility until relieved by higher authority within the
Detention Division chain of command. (Mere presence of senior officers will not imply assumption of
command.)
The interior command post commander will direct appropriate action and will make the decision to commit
S.W.A.T. Once S.W.A.T. has been committed, the Command Post Commander will give the S.W.A.T.
commander unlimited authority to neutralize the situation. Normally, aggressive action will not be taken by
corrections officer staff.
The F.S.D. Field Lieutenant, in whose District the incident occurs, shall assume command of all police
operations outside the Detention facility until relieved by a senior command officer.
Detention Division Command Post Commander
1. Ensures that the affected area is isolated and that all extraneous inmate and staff activity is halted by
placing the affected areas or facility in lockdown status, depending upon the magnitude of the situation.
2. Contains the situation by not allowing the hostage taker(s) to move to another location unless the move
would be of tactical advantage toward the containment of the situation and/or the removal of innocent
persons from further danger. Under no circumstances will the hostage taker(s) be allowed to exit the
confines of the facility.
3. Informs the on-duty F.S.D. Lieutenant and the Detention Division Commander of the existing situation.
4. Assigns one corrections officer to establish contact with the hostage taker and maintain contact until the
negotiating team is in place and prepared to relieve that officer. In doing so, the officer shall not place
himself in jeopardy of being taken hostage.
5. Establishes an interior command post preferably in the Control Center of Central Detention.
6. Notifies Communications Bureau supervisor of the existing situation and assigns a corrections officer to
maintain an open telephone line with Communications Bureau dispatcher.
7. Designates an alternate booking facility, if needed, and so advises Communications Bureau.
8. Requests Communications Bureau to notify S.W.A.T. and Hostage Negotiation Team of incident. (if
required)
9. Designates a staging area for non-assigned corrections officers out of the immediate area of the
command post.
1 O. Appoints one officer as Personnel Officer to maintain personnel accountability records.
11 . Appoints one officer as logistics officer to provide food services, special equipment, etc. Coordinates
with Special Operations Bureau, for those services/equipm~nt not available within the affected facility.
12. Requests an area command field officer of supervisory rank to report to the interior command post for
staff assignment as a liaison officer.
13. Identifies those persons involved as hostage taker(s) and hostage(s). Requests the Criminalistics
Bureau or Photo Lab to reproduce their "mug shots" for identification purposes.
14. Requests all available information from Records and/or Personnel concerning those persons directly
involved as hostage takers or as hostages.
15. Obtains a floor diagram of the affected area from the Main Detention Facility Watch Commander's Office
or from Holding Facility Supervisor's Office.
1 6. Provides a secure area for the hostage negotiation team to set up their operation.
17. Selects an officer with knowledge of Detention operations to advise the Hostage Negotiation Team
Coordinator.
18. Advises Communications Bureau when the hostage negotiating team is in place and contact with the
hostage takers is made.
19. Appoints an operations officer to consult with uniform patrol and/or S.W.A.T. members as to a plan of
action in the event order cannot be restored through negotiation.
20. Requests a member of the District Attorney's staff respond to the interior command post for legal
representation.
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21 . Shift supervisor receives notification of incident from Detention Division.
a. Records the location on the interior command post, and alternate Detention booking facility, if
applicable.
b. Designates code "RED" for a dedicated channel (Emergency Traffic Only).
c. Notifies area command field lieutenant of incident and informs lieutenant to utilize the dedicated
channel.
22. Shift supervisor receives notification of exterior command post location and the number of units
expected to respond for duty and assignment.
a. Notifies officer in charge of S.W.A.T. Unit that incident occurred and the location of exterior
command post. (If requested by the interior command post commander).
b. Notifies Hostage Negotiation Team and Coordinator that incident occurred and the location of the
exterior command post. (If requested by the interior command post commander).
c. Makes provisions to handle all subsequent communications until incident concludes.
F.S.D. Area Command
23. F.S.D. Field Lieutenant responds to the Detention facility involved and establishes an exterior command
post site. The Field Lieutenant commands all Department personnel outside the Detention facility
unless relieved of this responsibility by higher authority. An announcement to that effect will be made by
the officer taking command, who will advise Communications Bureau to notify all segments of the
operation by radio or the telephone, identifying the name and rank of the officer taking command.
24. Advises Communications Bureau of exterior command post location and indicates which units are
expected to respond for duty and assignment.
25. Identifies a staging area to which responding units may report. This area should be in close proximity to
the exterior command post but not at the same physical site.
26. Assigns adequate personnel to the following positions:
a. Personnel Control Officer - responsible for maintaining a continuous record of all reporting
personnel and subsequent assignments, including times for relief purposes.
b. Recording Officer - responsible for maintaining a chronological record of all events relating to the
exterior command post activity.
c. Press Liaison Officer - responsible for coordinating press activities and providing timely and
accurate information to the news media.
d. Operations Officer - evaluates incoming intelligence and designs tactical plans.
e. Intelligence Officer - gathers data on involved suspects, victims, associates, circumstances
surrounding the incident, etc.
f. Logistics Officer - provides needed equipment, food services, barricades, etc.
g. Other appointments as needed. (i.e., Executive Officer, Perimeter Inspections Officer, etc.)
27. Makes provisions for relief of all personnel functioning from the exterior command post and all officers
assigned (this includes coordination with the Special Operations Bureau Commander for food supplies
and other facilities needed).
28. Maintains contact with the interior command post and the Communications Bureau to ensure that there
are coordinated and responsible actions, as the situation dictates. Advises the interior command post
when the S.W.A.T. Unit is fully present and ready for deployment.
29. In the event the entire Detention facility if taken hostage, the F.S.D. Watch Commander assumes full
command unless relieved of this responsibility by higher authority; an announcement to that effect is
made by the officer taking command, who then advises Communications Bureau to notify all segments of
the operation by radio/telephone identifying the name and the rank of the officer taking command.
S.W.A.T. UNIT
30. Upon notification, S.W.A.T. Unit personnel report equipped for assignment to the Personnel Control
Officer, exterior command post.
a. Standby until assigned.
b. Officer in charge consults with the interior Command Post Commander in order to assess all
available information.
31 . As necessary, S.W.A.T. Unit personnel will assume security positions or perform specific mission
assignments. S.W.A.T. personnel once committed will be the only personnel to take aggressive action.
S.W.A.T. personnel take instructions only from S.W.A.T. Unit supervisors .
Hostage Negotiations Team
32. Upon notification, members of the Hostage Negotiation Team and Coordinator will report to the
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a. Assembles all available information.
b. Establishes a suitable negotiation location.
33. Enters into negotiations to effect the surrender of the hostage taker(s) and the safe release of the
hostage(s).
34. Once formal negotiations have begun, no member of the Department will make contact with the hostage
taker(s) or hostage(s) unless directed to do so by the Hostage Negotiation Team.
35. All contact with the Negotiation Team shall be effected through the Negotiation Team Coordinator, only.
Special Operations Bureau
36. Coordinates all requests for supplies/equipment from either command post.
Traffic Section
37. If requested by exterior command post commander, implements traffic blockages at appropriate streets
and intersections, to secure the area from all traffic, except for emergency vehicles (police, fire,
ambulance, etc).
38. This condition shall remain in effect until advised otherwise by the exterior command post commander.
Traffic supervisors are responsible for relief of Traffic personnel assigned, either from within the Traffic
Section or be coordination with patrol through the exterior Command Post.
5/213.10 DEPARTMENT HOSTAGE PLAN/BARRICADED SUBJECT PLAN
A.S. 46.2.2, 47.1.1, 47.1.2, 47.1.3, 47.1.9, 47.1.11
Persons who use hostages as a means to effect escape, commit crime, or further a cause are desperate and
dangerous individuals who, if allowed to escape, will pose a continuous threat to their hostage_ and to the
general public at large. Therefore, it is the purpose of this Department to ensure, through all its resources and
by all means possible, the safe rescue of hostages and the apprehension of the hostage taker. Nothing in this
plan, however, shall preclude the use of necessary force, deadly or otherwise, by members of this Department
in protecting themselves or others from death or serious injury.
Each incident is unique and must be handled by the application of logical police practices. If there is doubt
whether or not police actions should be taken, the Department Legal Advisor or the on-call member of the
District Attorney's Office should be contacted.
Although there are similar methods in dealing with hostage takers and barricaded subjects, hostage takers are
different because the life and safety of innocent victims are in jeopardy. In the event of a confirmed hostage
event, the S.W.A.T. Unit shall be requested and shall be committed when fully staged and equipped.
NEGOTIATION TEAM
In order to ensure the safety and effectiveness of all personnel during a hostage/barricaded subject situation,
selected officers have been trained and are experienced negotiators. The functions of the negotiators are as
follc,ws: •
1. Primary Negotiator - Concentrates entire attention on communicating with the subject.
2. Secondary Negotiator - Coaches arid prompts the Primary, keeps logs of significant points, deadlines,
etc. May act as relief negotiator if situation permits introduction.
3. Intelligence Negotiator - Evaluates intelligence, assists secondary in interpreting tactics or strategy to
guide Primary, runs errands, and acts as a "link" or "insulation" between the negotiation team and the
Command Post in the absence of the Hostage Team Coordinator.
4. Hostage Team Coordinator - Acts as the "link" or "insulation" between the negotiation team and the
command post and staff, to better coordinate the combination of efforts and still ensure the integrity of
established negotiations procedur~s and tactics.
The FSD Field Lieutenant, in whose district the incident occurs, shall assume command of all police operations
in a barricaded subject situation until relieved by a senior command officer. In a confirmed hostage situation,
the FSD Lieutenant shall assume command of all logistical and strategic concerns and the S.W.A.T.
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Commander shall assume command of all tactics, inner-perimeter control, and contact with the hostage taker,
and focus his attention on the safe release of any hostage and apprehension of the hostage taker(s). Mere
presence of senior command officers will not imply assumption of command, unless the senior officer verbally
assumes command.
First Officer(s) on the Scene
1. Seals off the area as soon as possible. This should begin as soon as the officer(s) determines what type
of confrontation is being faced. Isolate the critical zone to the smallest possible area by creating an inner
perimeter with available personnel.
2. Takes whatever steps appropriate to stop the momentum and slow the action.
3. Makes a situation report to Communications as soon as the situation is reasonably stabilized, and
requests necessary assistance to contain the incident.
4. Officers will refrain from firing except in necessary self-defense or in defense of the lives of others.
First Supervisor on the Scene
5. Reinforces the inner perimeter as necessary and establishes a secondary perimeter to enable the
removal of bystanders and unnecessary persons from the affected area and prevent access by
outsiders, thereby creating a sterile area for free police operations.
6. Establishes a field command post outside the hostage takers sight and not in the critical zone.
7. Establishes telephone communication with the Communications Bureau and maintains an open line, if
possible. Requests a dedicated radio channel for the operation.
8. Attempts to make contact with the hostage taker (barricaded subject) and determines his desire and
purpose.
9. Initiates efforts to gain information regarding the circumstances faced, parties involved, and physical
aspects of the area.
1 O. Advises responding FSD Field Lieutenant of any confirmed hostage situation.
11 . Prepares to make a concise situation report to relieving superior .
FSD Field Lieutenant
12. Assumes command of field operations relating to the incident upon arrival at the scene.
13. Relocates the field command post, if deemed appropriate or advantageous.
14. Assigns one officer to function as Recorder, to maintain a log of chronological events.
1 5. Assigns one officer to function as Personnel Control Officer, to maintain a log of personnel assignments,
and times for relief purposes.
16. Request the S.W.A.T. Unit to respond to the field command post.
1 7. Continues efforts to de-escalate and stabilize the temper of the situation.
18. Continues evacuation procedures to establish a sterile area for unencumbered police operations.
19. Selects and specifies a safe staging area for arriving vehicles, equipment, and personnel and assigns an
officer to function as Control Officer.
20. Requests the Public Information Officer (P.1.O.) to respond. If the P.1.O. is not immediately available,
appoints an officer as temporary Media Liaison.
21. Requests a Hostage Negotiation Team (of at least three members and the Negotiation Team
Coordinator) to (1) Deal with the hostage taker for the safe release of the hostage(s) and surrender of the
suspect(s), or (2) Secure the safe surrender of the barricaded subject.
Hostage Negotiations Team
22. Upon notification, members of the Hostage Negotiations Team and the Team Coordinator will report to
the Personnel Control Officer at the Command Post.
a. Assembles all available information.
b. Establishes a suitable negotiation location.
23. Enters into negotiations to effect the surrender of the hostage taker/barricaded subject and the safe
release of the hostage(s). There will be no negotiations for the supply of weapons, ammunition, drugs,
or alcohol, or for the substitution of hostages (exchanging one person for another person). All other
matters are open to discussion and negotiation.
24. Once formal negotiations have begun, no member of the Department will make contact with the hostage
taker(s), barricaded subject(s), or hostage(s) unless directed to do so by the Hostage Negotiation Team .
25. All contact with the Negotiation Team shall be effected through the Negotiation Team Coordinator only.
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26. Responds to the field command post upon notification, reports to the Personnel Control Officer and
stands by.
27. The S.W.A.T. Commander, or officer in charge, will act as Tactical Consultant to the Field
Commander in a barricaded subject incident and maintain liaison with the Negotiation Team via the Team
Coordinator.
28. S.W.A.T. Unit personnel will take instructions only from S.W.A.T. Unit supervisors.
29. As negotiations proceed, the S.W.A.T. Unit will deploy, on instructions from the S.W.A.T. Commander to
positions of tactical advantage, and adjust positions depending upon the development of the
negotiations. The S.W.A.T. Unit will be prepared to take immediate action in the event negotiations
deteriorate to the point that offensive police action is necessary.
30. On orders from the S.W.A.T. Commander, S.W.A.T. personnel will effect controlled fire and/or assault, if
deemed necessary. Except in necessary self-defense, S.W.A.T. personnel will be the only officers to
take any form of aggressive police action.
31. If the S.W.A.T. Unit is committed to action in any incident, or the situation becomes mobile or a hostage is
being held, then immediate control of all tactical, deployment, apprehension or rescue concerns will be
assumed by the S.W.A.T. Unit Commander until conclusion of combat, and the affected area is declared
safe by S. W .A. T. Personnel.
Detective Bureau Personnel
32. Report to the Personnel Control Officer at the field command post and stand by.
33. A detective supervisor shall act as the Investigative Consultant and coordinator for the Field Commander
or S.W.A.T. Commander in charge. This capacity is subject to replacement at the discretion of
subsequently arriving senior detective command officers.
34. The activities of detectives and all plainclothes officers of other commands employed at the scene shall
be directed and coordinated by the detective supervisor functioning as Investigative Consultant. This
officer may assign a detective as a recorder and intelligence coordinator.
35. Detective officers shall be responsible for the locating and interviewing of witnesses, assembling and
evaluating useful intelligence from any source, control and transport of civilians necessary at the
command post, or any other form of investigative action necessary for success of the operation.
Traffic Section Personnel
36. The senior Traffic Section supervisor available has the primary responsibility for the maintenance and
control of an effective and secure perimeter.
3 7. Endeavors to relieve patrol personnel assigned to outer perimeter duty (to the degree practical) so that
they may be available for assignment to other functions.
38. All personnel assigned to outer perimeter duty shall be under the command of the Traffic Section
supervisor in charge, until or unless relieved of their post by him.
Special Operations Bureau, Search & Rescue Section
39. Coordinates all requests for supplies and other facilities from the command post.
Communications Bureau •
40. Upon notification of the nature of the incident, notifies the FSD Field Lieutenant of the circumstances.
41. Dispatches the FSD Field Lieutenant to the scene.
42. Dedicates a radio channel exclusively for the operation and provides a dispatcher to man the channel,
with no other responsibilities.
43. Mans an open telephone line to the field command post when one is established.
44. Makes other notifications and dispatches, including medical and fire services, other equipment, or
resources as directed by the Field Commander.
45. Makes provision to supply a dispatcher to the Field Command Post to man the radio, if one is requested
by the Field Commander.
5/213.12 AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT PLAN
A.S. 47.1.2, 47.1.3
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department investigates all aircraft accidents occurring within the city limits
of Las Vegas and all unincorporated areas of Clark County. Close liaison is maintained with the National
Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Nellis Air Force Base. As
each incident may differ in magnitude, it will be at the discretion of each Department member to handle the
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situation accordingly .
Upon request, the Department will render advice and assistance to any jurisdiction in Clark County. This
includes notification, on behalf of the jurisdiction, of proper local and federal agencies, and on the scene
assistance.
Where aircraft accidents occur in remote or mountainous areas, it shall be the responsibility of the Search and
Rescue Section of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department to assume command of police operations.
Within the limits of Department owned equipment, Search and Rescue will transport medical personnel to the
crash site and conduct evacuation of the injured. It shall be the responsibility of Search and Rescue to act as
the Department liaison with the necessary county, state, and federal agencies involved in the aircraft accident
investigation.
McCarran International Airport has a detailed emergency plan for aircraft accidents. The Director of Aviation is
responsible for directing emergency operations within the airport boundaries.
The first priority is to minimize loss of life and property and to protect and assist the public. Blocking and
controlling access to the scene of localized disasters is essential A tight security perimeter must be
established quickly in order to preserve the scene intact and aid in the i.nvestigat~ons required. Action should
be concentrated on taking necessary measures to:
1 . Report the accident, suppress fires, control access to the scene and obtain assistance as necessary.
2. Rescue and assist victims and protect the public.
3. Maintain the accident scene wreckage and evidence intact.
4. Obtain names, addresses and telephone numbers of witnesses .
At any aircraft accident scene, the potential for explosion and/or radioactive contamination is present. Extreme
caution should be exercised when near the accident scene to avoid unnecessary contamination or injury.
Smoking is prohibited within the inner security perimeter.
In a populated or metropolitan area, the F.S.D. Field Lieutenant shall assume command of all police operations
until relieved by a senior command officer. Mere presence of senior command officers will not imply
assumption of command, unless the senior officer verbally assumes command. Upon arrival of the Search and
Rescue Supervisor, he shall work in coordination with the Field Lieutenant and assume the responsibility for
the crash site investigation and coordination with the N.T.S.B., F.A.A., and Coroner's Office. If the situation at
the crash scene does not require a large police presence, the Field Lieutenant, at his discretion, may
relinquish command of the overall operation to the Search and Rescue Supervisor.
First Officer(s) on the Scene
1. Seals off the area as soon as possible. Isolates the eritical zone to the smallest possible area by creating
an inner perimeter with available personnel.
a. If fire is involved, the responding fire department shall have primary responsibility until fire threat is
removed.
2. Evaluates the situation. Establishes a control point nearby and informs the Communications Bureau of
the situation details.
3. Requests Communications Bureau to notify Search and Rescue of the incident and request their
response.
4. Takes emergency rescue action without delay. Since fire, explosion and other hazards are inherent to
most aircraft accidents, persons injured or trapped must be removed promptly from the wreckage, but
with due regard for the safety of the rescuers. Use care approaching the wreckage, by vehicle,
particular1y along the crash path as survivors may have been thrown clear.
First Supervisor on the Scene.
5. Establishes an outer security perimeter at a reasonable and safe distance from the accident scene as
early as practical and allows only authorized persons to enter.
a. This includes fire, Search and Rescue, and medical personnel, Coroner Medical Examiner, NTSB,
FAA, Military (if aircraft is military) and accredited representatives of the press for aircraft other than
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military. Members of the clergy may be permitted at the crash site to administer religious solace or
last rites.
6. Establishes and maintains a corridor to the aircraft accident scene to allow for entrance and egress for
emergency vehicles and authorized persons.
7. Establishes a Field Command Post (in cooperation with the Fire Department) not in the critical zone.
8. Establishes telephone communication with the Communications Bureau and maintains an open line if
possible. Requests a dedicated radio channel for the operation.
9. If nuclear or dangerous chemical contamination is suspected, evacuates all except fire fighting and
rescue personnel as far from the area as practical.
1 O. Requests Communications Bureau notify the Health District and the U.S. Department of Energy (nuclear
incident). Evacuates all persons from downwind of wreckage.
11 . Prepares to make a concise situation report to relieving superior.
F.S.D. Field Lieutenant
12. Assumes command of field operations relating to the incident, upon arrival at the scene.
13. Requests the Detective Bureau respond for any followup investigation required.
14. Requests the Criminalistics Bureau respond to take photographs.
a. NTSB and FAA investigators request that local authorities arriving at the scene of a civil aircraft
disaster take photographs as soon as practicable for later use in investigations . .
The scene should be photographed from various angles to provide complete coverage.
b. No photographs should be taken of military aircraft at an accident scene without the expressed
permission of the military authority.
15. Requests Communications Bureau notify the office of the Coroner Medical Examiner in case of deaths.
a. In the event of multiple deaths, coordinates with the Coroner Medical Examiner to establish a
temporary morgue in the vicinity of the accident scene.
16. Continues evacuation procedures to establish a sterile area in case of explosion or fire.
1 7. Appoints an officer as press liaison.
Press Liaison Officer
18. Permits authorized newspersons with credentials to the scene of a civil aircraft accident, but should not
permit them to hamper or interfere with the emergency operations. News media personnel must be
prevented from disturbing or moving any part of the wreckage or scattered documents.
19. Do NOT release the names of any fatalities. This activity is handled or coordinated by the Coroner
Medical Examiner.
Special Operations Bureau Personnel
20. In order to prevent unnecessary aggravation of an injury or a fatality due to improper procedures, Search
and Rescue personnel will be utilized to assist in the removal of the injured. Depending on the nature
and scope of the accident, additional medical personnel needed will be requested from available
resources.
21. Search and Rescue personnel will mark and reserve significant impact points and assist the Coroner's
Office in the location marking and removal of bodies.
22. The Search and Rescue Supervisor will be responsible for the crash site investigation and act as liaison
with the N.T.S.B., F.A.A., Coroner's Office, and any other agency involved in the investigation.
23. If necessary to prevent an unsafe congestion of sightseeing aircraft in the area of an incident which may
attract a high degree of public interest, the Search and Rescue Supervisor shall coordinate with the
F.A.A. for a temporary flight restriction under F.A.R. 91.137.
Patrol Personnel
24. Guards the wreckage and disturbs it only to the extent necessary to remove the injured.
25. Secures papers and certificates found at or near the crash scene and identifies the spot where they were
found.
26. Do not move bodies unless necessary. If it is imperative to move a body, the spot from which it was
moved shall be identified and recorded.
Detective Bureau Personnel
27. Detective officers shall obtain the names, addresses and telephone numbers of all witnesses for later
contact and interview .
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28. The senior Traffic Section supervisor available has the primary responsibility for the maintenance and
control of an effective and secure outer perimeter.
29. Endeavors to relieve patrol personnel assigned to outer perimeter duty (to the degree practical), so that
they may be available for assignment to other functions.
30. Ensures that roadways are passable for all emergency vehicles to and from the various hospitals.
31. All personnel assigned to outer perimeter duty shall be under the command of the Traffic Section
supervisor in charge, until or unless relieved of their post by him.
Communications Bureau Personnel
32. Upon notification of the nature of the incident, notifies the F.S.D. Field Lieutenant of the circumstances
and notifies the Search and Rescue Supervisor, Special Operations Bureau.
33. Dispatches the Area Command Lieutenant to the scene.
34. Dedicates a radio channel exclusively for the operation and provides a dispatcher to man the channel,
with no other responsibilities.
35. Mans an open telephone line to the field command post when one is established.
36. Makes other notifications and dispatches as directed by the Field Commander.
37. Makes provisions to supply a dispatcher to the mobile Field Command Post to man the radio, if one is
requested by the Field Commander.
5/213.14 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT/ACCIDENT PLAN
A.S. 46.1.4, 46.1.9, 63.1.1, 63.1.2, 63.2.2, 66.1.7
The primary responsibility for the control or removal of hazardous materials rests with the owner, user, shipping
agent, carrier or other individual in whose custody the material has been placed for shipment or use. However,
in the event of an incident or accident resulting in the loss of control of a hazardous material by the responsible
party, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police must be prepared to take action and seek assistance as necessary to
limit the effects of the occurrence on life and property .
Copies of the Hazardous Materials Incident/Accident Plan and the Department of Transportation Hazardous
Materials Emergency Response Guidebook are available at the following locations:
• Northeast Area Command
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Airport Substation
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Southeast Area Command • Resident Officer Substations
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Northwest Area Command
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Detective Bureau
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Special Operations Bureau
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Communications Bureau
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Special Enforcement Bureau
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Criminalistics Bureau
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Traffic Section Office • Planning Bureau
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All Field Supervisor's Vehicles
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SWAT Office
• Professional Standards Bureau
This plan shall also be incorporated into the Emergency Operations Manual.
PROCEDURE
The first priority is to minimize loss of life and property and to protect and assist the public. Incidents or
accidents involving hazardous materials have the potential for rapid and far reaching effects. Action should be
concentrated on taking necessary measures to:
1. Save or protect human life to the extent possible.
2. Protect property where practical.
3. Secure area from the public.
4. Identify hazardous substance(s), if possible. When identified, notify qualified agencies or personnel for
prompt cleanup and disposal.
5. Assist the Fire Department in removing injured persons for area with as little direct contact as possible.
6. Isolate for further examination those who may have had contact with hazardous materials .
7. Keep personnel out of smoke, dust, or fumes.
8. Detour vehicular traffic around the scene to prevent contact and dispersion of hazardous contaminants.
9. Do not allow eating, drinking, or smoking in the area. Do not use food or drink that may have been in
contact with the material involved.
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10. Limit activities at the scene to those who are competent in the field.
At any incident or accident scene, there is a potential for fire, explosion, or the release of radioactivity. The Fire
Department has a hazardous materials team and should be dispatched to all scenes involving hazardous
materials. The Criminalistics Bureau HAZMAT Response Team is available to sample and identify unknown
toxic substances as necessary. The Area Command Field Lieutenant shall assume command of all police
operations until relieved by a senior command officer. The mere presence of senior command officers will not
imply assumption of command, unless the senior officer verbally assumes command.
First Officer(s) on the Scene
1. Stays upwind from the scene.
2. Secures area from public access.
3. Evaluates the situation and informs Communications Bureau of the situation details, including:
a. Location
b. Type of hazardous material (if determined)
c. Carrier, make and type
d. Injuries
e. Need for additional assistance
4. Assists Fire Department in taking emergency rescue action without delay. (Minimizing contact with
victims and contaminated areas).
First Supervisor on the Scene
5. Establishes a command post (at a safe distance upwind from the scene).
6. Establishes a security perimeter.
a. If cargo is on fire, the minimum perimeter is 1,000 feet.
7. Evacuates area downwind of the spillage or suspected spillage in accordance with the table of "Isolation
and Evacuation Distances" found in the Hazardous Materials Guidebook.
8. Requests Communcations Bureau make notifications.
F.S.D. Field Lieutenant
9. Assumes command of field operations.
1 O. Coordinates activities with outside agencies, assigning Metro units accordingly.
11. Determines need for police investigation and requests appropriate detail (i.e., Traffic Section if vehicle
accident is involved or Criminalistics Bureau HAZMAT Team).
1 2. Appoints an officer as press liaison.
Press Liaison Officer
13. Establishes a location for assembly of media personnel outside the safety perimeter.
14. Advises the media personnel they will not be allowed inside the perimeter for public safety reasons (to
prevent possible spread of contamination).
15. Exercises care to ensure that information is released to the public and the news media only through the
responsible official in charge of the scene, whether it be police, fire, or other government agency
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16. Does not release the names of any fatalities.
Area Command Personnel
1 7. Secure perimeter as directed for crowd control.
18. Assists emergency personnel as directed by the command post.
19. Limits access inside the perimeter to those authorized by the command post.
Traffic Section Personnel
20. The Senior Traffic Section supervisor at the scene has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of
the outer perimeter and traffic control.
a. All personnel assigned to the outer perimeter duty shall be under the command of the Traffic
Section supervisor.
21 . Endeavors to relieve Area Command personnel assigned to outer perimeter duty (to the degree
practical), so that they may be available for assignment to other functions.
22. Ensures that roadways are passable for all emergency vehicles.
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23.
Upon notification of the nature of the incident, notifies the Senior Area Command Lieutenant of the
circumstances.
24. Dispatches the Area Command Field Lieutenant to the scene.
25. Makes other notifications and dispatches as directed by the field commander.
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Las Vegas metropolitan police department, information on emergency management coordinator, attachment #4, 1992 July.
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Title
Los Angeles Webster Commission records, 1931-1992
Description
Chaired by former federal judge and FBI and CIA Director William H. Webster, the Los Angeles Webster Commission assessed law enforcement's performance in connection with the April, 1992 Los Angeles civil unrest. The collection consists of materials collected and studied by the Commission over the course of its investigation. Materials pertain to both the Los Angeles incident specifically, and civil disturbance, civil unrest control, and policing tactics in general.
Included in the collection are the following: interviews with LAPD officers, law enforcement personnel, government officials, community leaders, and activists; articles, broadcasts, and press releases covering the civil unrest; various tactical and contingency plans created for disasters and emergencies; reports, studies, and manuals about civil unrest control and prevention; literature about community-based policing strategies; emergency plans and procedures developed by other cities; and after-action reports issued once the civil unrest had subsided. Also featured are items related to the internal operations of the LAPD both before and during the civil unrest, including activity reports, meeting agendas and minutes, arrest data, annual reports, curricula and educational materials, and personnel rosters.
See also the finding aid (https://archives.usc.edu/repositories/3/resources/2266).
See also The Los Angeles Riots: The Independent and Webster Commissions Collections (https://scalar.usc.edu/works/the-los-angeles-riots-christopher-and-webster-commissions-collections/index).
Related collections in the USC Digital Library:
? Independent Commission on the Los Angeles Police Department, 1991 (see also the finding aid: https://archives.usc.edu/repositories/3/resources/2251)
? Richard M. Mosk Christopher Commission records, 1988-2011 (see also the finding aid: https://archives.usc.edu/repositories/3/resources/393)
? Kendall O. Price Los Angeles riots records, 1965-1967 (see also the finding aid: https://archives.usc.edu/repositories/3/resources/979)
? Watts riots records, 1965 (see also the finding aid: https://archives.usc.edu/repositories/3/resources/83)
Thanks to generous support from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the USC Libraries are digitizing this collection for online public access.
Coverage Temporal
1931/1992