san mateo county tactical interoperable communications plan

Tactical Interoperable Communications Plan San Mateo County

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Executive Summary

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San Mateo County Tactical Interoperable Communications Plan


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TIC Plan Overview

This document establishes a Tactical Interoperable Communications Plan (also referred to as TICP or TIC Plan) template for San Mateo County. The TICP is intended to document what interoperable communications resources are available within the County OF San Mateo, who controls each resource, and what rules of use or operational procedures exist for the activation and deactivation of each resource.

The creation of TICP’s originated as a requirement of the Office for Domestic Preparedness 2005 UASI grant program. This TIC Plan serves as a tool to help San Mateo County achieve greater communications interoperability and further align itself with goals outlined by SAFECOM (Program of the Department of Homeland Security).

Interoperability Continuum Framework SAFECOM recommends applying its Interoperability Continuum, shown below, as a comprehensive framework to address critical elements for planning and implementing statewide interoperability solutions. These elements include governance, standard operating procedures, technology, training and exercises, and usage of interoperable communications.


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Tactical Interoperability Communications Plan

San Mateo County July 12, 2007

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Table of Contents Executive Overview……………………………………………………………...…….i 1 Regional Service Area Information ............................................................................ 2

1.1 Geographic & Demographic Info ......................................................................... 2 1.2 Existing Conditions & Challenges........................................................................ 3 1.3 Included Agencies................................................................................................. 5 1.4 TIC Plan Point of Contact..................................................................................... 5

2 Governance………........................................................................................................ 6 2.1 Overview............................................................................................................... 6 2.2 Membership .......................................................................................................... 6 2.3 Responsibilities of the Governing Body ............................................................... 6 2.4 Meeting Schedule.................................................................................................. 7 2.5 Agency Responsibilities and Rights ..................................................................... 7 2.6 Regional Authority Structure................................................................................ 7 2.7 Maintenance of TIC Plan ...................................................................................... 8

3 Interoperability Equipment ........................................................................................ 9 3.1 Swap (Cache) Radios............................................................................................ 9

3.1.1 MCU Deployment Packages……………………………………………….10 3.2 Shared Channels.................................................................................................. 10 3.3 Gateway .............................................................................................................. 11 3.4 Shared System..................................................................................................... 12

4 Policies and Procedures for Interoperable Equipment ........................................... 13 4.1 Swap/Cache Radios ............................................................................................ 13

4.1.1 Cache Provider Responsibilities ................................................................ 13 4.1.2 Cache/Swap Radio Rules of Use ............................................................... 13 4.1.3 Interoperable Communications Request .................................................... 13 4.1.4 Swap/Cache Radio Activation ................................................................... 14 4.1.5 Swap/Cache Radio Deactivation................................................................ 15 4.1.6 Problem ID and Resolution........................................................................ 15

4.2 Shared Channels: Law Mutual Aid Channels................................................... 16 4.2.1 LMAIN Rules of Use................................................................................ 16

4.3 Shared Channels Fire Mutual Aid Channels……………………………………18 4.4 Shared Channels: All Other Shared Channels ................................................... 18

4.4.1 Other Shared Channels Rules of Use........................................................ 19 4.4.2 Shared Channel Procedures………………………………………………20 4.4.3 Problem ID and Resolution……………………………………………....20

4.5 Fixed Site Gateways ........................................................................................... 20 4.6 Mobile Gateways ................................................................................................ 21

4.6.1 Participating Agencies ............................................................................... 21 4.6.2 Mobile Gateway Rules of Use ................................................................... 21 4.6.3 Mobile Gateway Communications Request............................................... 22 4.6.4 Mobile Gateway Activation....................................................................... 23 4.6.5 Mobile Gateway Deployment Procedure................................................... 23 4.6.6 Mobile Gateway Deactivation ................................................................... 24


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4.6.7 Problem ID and Resolution........................................................................ 24 4.6.8 Mobile Gateway Limitations ..................................................................... 25 4.6.9 Mobile Gateway Test Procedures .............................................................. 25

4.7 Shared Systems ................................................................................................... 26 4.7.1 Shared System Rules of Use ...................................................................... 26 4.7.2 Shared System Procedures......................................................................... 26 4.7.3 Problem ID and Resolution........................................................................ 26

5 Plans for Tactical Communications During an Incident......................................... 27 5.1 Event ................................................................................................................... 27 5.2 Participating Functional Disciplines ................................................................... 27 5.3 Incident Command Structure .............................................................................. 28 5.4 Prioritizing Interoperable Communications........................................................ 28

5.4.1 Priority Users ............................................................................................. 28 5.4.2 Priority Assignment of Mutual Aid Channels ........................................... 29

5.5 Event Interoperable Communications Requirements ......................................... 29 5.5.1 Unified Command Staff............................................................................. 30 5.5.2 Operations Section Command and Branch Directors ................................ 31 5.5.3 Medical Care Group................................................................................... 31 5.5.4 Fire Service Branch.................................................................................... 32 5.5.5 Law Enforcement Branch .......................................................................... 32 5.5.6 Hospital Coordination................................................................................ 33

5.6 Communications Unit Leader Responsibility..................................................... 33 6 NIMS Communications Unit Leader Training ........................................................ 33

6.1 Training Requirements and Certification ........................................................... 33 6.2 Communications Unit Leaders (TBD)................................................................ 35 6.3 Communications Unit Leader Training Review ................................................. 35

Appendix 1 City and County Microwave Telephone numbers..... ...........................…...37 Appendix 2 ESCJPA Microwave network …………….…………………….. ……......38 Appendix 3 Agency Point of Contacts………………………………………..…….…..39 Appendix 4 Radio Cache POC and Templates.……………………………………...….40 Appendix 5 Standard MCU Vehicle equipment………………………………………...43 Appendix 6 MCU Vehicle Templates…………………………………………………..44 Appendix 7 VHF (150-174 MHz) Operations………………………………………….50 Attachment 1 San Mateo Fire Services Policies and Standards Manual.………………..52

Table of Figures

Figure 1. Hypothetical IED Event ICS Structure………………………………………..28

List of Tables

• Table 1. Radio Caches in the Regional Area……………………………………9


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• Table 2. MCU Deployment Packages…………………………………………..10 • Table 3. Shared Channels in the Regional Area………………………………...10 • Table 4. Gateway Systems in San Mateo County………………………………11 • Table 5. Primary Users on the San Mateo Trunked System (SMTS)…………..12 • Table 6. Secondary Users on the SMTS………………………………………..12

Tactical Interoperable Communications Plan County of San Mateo

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Regional Service Area Information

This TIC Plan has been created for San Mateo County. The area runs from the San Francisco border in the north to the Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties borders in the south. San Mateo County is an extension of Silicon Valley connecting San Francisco to Santa Clara County. It is home to numerous Information Technology and Bio-tech companies as well as the San Francisco International Airport and the Port of Redwood City. There are two major bridges terminating in San Mateo County providing access between the east bay and the peninsula. The primary water storage facility for the bay area (supporting 2.4 million residents and businesses) is also located in San Mateo County. There are 20 Cities and several unincorporated communities within the boundaries of San Mateo County with a population of approximately 720,000.

1.1 Geographic & Demographic Info

San Mateo County Population City 2005

Atherton 7,256 Belmont 25,470 Brisbane 4,724

Burlingame 28,280 Colma 1,567

Daly City 104,661 East Palo Alto 32,202

Foster City 29,876 Half Moon Bay 12,688 Hillsborough 10,983 Menlo Park 30,648

Millbrae 20,708 Pacifica 38,678

Portola Valley 4,538 Redwood City 75,986

San Bruno 41,715 San Carlos 28,190 San Mateo 94,212

South San Francisco 61,161 Woodside 5,496

Unincorporated San Mateo * 64,414 Total 723,453

Projected 2010 747,134 Projected 2020 786,740

* Unincorporated San Mateo County (to include the communities of; Broadmoor, El Granada, Montara, La Honda, San Gregorio, Pescadero, Pigeon Point, Loma Mar, Emerald Lake Hills, Highlands-Baywood Park, , Moss Beach, North Fair Oaks, Princeton, Sky Londa, West Menlo Park)


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1.2 Existing Conditions & Challenges

Existing Conditions The current Public Safety communication capabilities are outlined below;

San Mateo Trunked Network (SMTS) San Mateo County implemented a Motorola Smartzone 4.1 digital trunked system in 2002. This system utilizes 21 sites and provides radio communications throughout San Mateo County. It operates in the 490 MHz range (T-Band) and consists of two large simulcast zones (north/south county) and six fill in sites. This system is primarily used by all County departments/agencies, Redwood City Police Department, and is also available for use by all cities within San Mateo County and other allied agencies (Special Districts, City, State, Federal, etc). Law Mutual Aid Network (LMAIN) This network is dedicated to Law Enforcement agencies for the purpose of mutual aid and interoperability events. Uses of the network include; vehicle pursuits, Task Force activities, multi-agency events, etc. All Public Safety dispatch centers within the County have access to this network. The network consists of four conventional analog channels. These channels operate in 490 MHz (T-Band). Two of these channels provide county wide coverage. One channel provides coverage to the northern half of the county and one for the southern half. Local Police Primary Channels There are 19 Local Police Departments within San Mateo County. With the exception of Redwood City Police Department each agency has its own Primary radio channel. All of these channels are conventional analog operating in 490 MHz. These channels are used exclusively by each department for day to day operations. County Communications Center (CCC) Network This network links the County’s Public Safety dispatch center to all of the local Police Primary radio channels. It is used to alert and coordinate multi agency law activities within the county. Emergency Service Telephone Network (ESTN) The ESTN is a telephone network that functions independently of public telephone networks. Its primary intent is to provide voice communications during emergency or disaster situations. The system operates just as any other telephone system. Each user has a specific extension number assigned to it. You can reach other users by dialing the associated three digit extension. Telephones are present at Public Safety dispatch centers, Hospitals, EOC’s, City Managers offices, police and fire agencies throughout the County. (see Appendix 1) Fire network Fire response within the county is achieved through a consolidated fire dispatch network. All calls are handled through the County Public Safety Communications Center. The network


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consists of 18 conventional VHF channels used for primary, secondary and tactical communication of responding fire agencies. (see Attachment 1)

Emergency Services Microwave Network San Mateo County has an extensive digital microwave network consisting of 48 hops. This network provides connectivity for all cities located in the county as well several key County government campuses, Sam Trans facilities and remote radio sites used for Public Safety communications. This network is the backbone for all capabilities described above as well as numerous other radio & data applications for Cities, County, State, Federal and other agencies. (see Appendix 2)

Challenges While San Mateo County has good interoperable capabilities with local agencies, we have significant challenges when looking at regional interoperability. The primary limitation has to do with the frequency band that we currently operate in. San Mateo County Public Safety radio operates in the UHF range and is surrounded by Counties operating primarily in 800 MHz. This creates problems for both San Mateo and other agencies when required to respond in the respective areas. The problems are a lack of existing radio coverage in the respective frequency bands and the need to have compatible equipment. Other issues include the challenging geography of the County as it relates to RF propagation, and a growing need for interoperability for disaster communications, homeland security, and overlapping daily operational needs with other bay area Public Safety agencies. In an effort to address the issues above and further enhance or regional interoperability San Mateo County is involved in pursuing the following efforts;

Participate in development of a SUASI bay area microwave network to support regional interoperable communications. When completed this network will provide connectivity to all Bay Area Counties. This will assist San Mateo with expanding its interoperability capabilities beyond the county boundaries.

Pursue Migrating San Mateo County Public Communication systems to a common platform.

This will to eliminate several of the interoperability challenges we currently face and position the County to be further aligned with the recommended SAFECOM Continuum.

San Mateo continues to work with CALSIEC, SUASI and other groups to advance the

County’s level of regional communications interoperability

San Mateo County continues to reach out to entities (Special Districts, Utilities, and other agencies) to include them in the TICP and develop formal MOU’s.


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1.3 Included Agencies

This TIC Plan is intended to include agencies that provide public safety and public service in San Mateo County during major incidents or disasters. These agencies include; Law Enforcement, Fire, Emergency Medical Services, Health Services, Hazardous Materials, Emergency Management, Local Government Administration, Public Works, Transportation and allied support agencies.

Agencies Represented by Plan Special Districts / Allied Support County of San Mateo Belmont Water District City of Atherton Brisbane Harbor Master City of Belmont CALTRAIN City of Brisbane Coastside County Water District Town of Broadmoor Coyote Point City of Burlingame East Palo Alto Sanitary District City of Colma Los Trancos County Water District City of Daly City Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space District City of East Palo Alto Montara Water and Sanitary District City of Foster City North Coast County Water District City of Half Moon Bay Peninsula Hospital District City of Hillsborough Peninsula Humane Society City of Menlo Park Pillar Point Harbor Master City of Millbrae Port of Redwood City City of Pacifica Sam Trans Town of Portola Valley San Mateo School District City of Redwood City Sequoia Hospital District City of San Bruno Skyline County Water District City of San Carlos Westborough County Water District City of San Mateo City of South San Francisco Town of Woodside Fire Net6 JPA Members Advanced Life Support JPA Members

Point of Contact information for the various agencies are listed in Appendix 3

1.4 TIC Plan Point of Contact

The primary point of contact that can be reached for questions regarding the Plan is:

Name: Daniel Bennett Title: San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services Address: 400 County Center, Redwood City CA 94063 Phone: 650-363-4012 E-Mail: [email protected]


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Governance

2.1 Overview

This TICP has been developed under the authority of the San Mateo Office of Emergency Services (OES). OES will work with the San Mateo Interoperability Workgroup (SMIWG) on the maintenance of this TIC Plan.

2.2 Membership

Name Agency Phone Email Lt Murray Randleman SM Sheriff Dept 650-363-1295 [email protected]

Bill O’callahan SM Sheriff Dept 650-363-1294 [email protected]

Daniel Bennett SM Sheriff Dept 650-363-4012 [email protected] William Dunbar SM Radio Service’s 650-599-1069 [email protected] R. Bustichi SM PSCC 650-363-4342 [email protected] Ch. T Reaves SM Fire 650-286-3350 [email protected] Kevin Rose SM EMS 650-573-2774 [email protected] Jim Porter SM Public Works 650-599-1421 [email protected]

2.3 Responsibilities of the Governing Body

SMIWG coordinated through San Mateo Office of Emergency Services will hold the following responsibilities:

• Establishing and managing interoperable communications working groups • Maintaining and updating this TIC Plan • Adopting final solutions and direct implementation • Establishing training requirements in support of this TIC Plan • Creating chains of command for interoperable communications including trained

Communications Unit Leaders

• Executing Memoranda of Understanding and Sharing Agreements for interoperable communications


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2.4 Meeting Schedule

SMWIG will have regularly scheduled meetings.

2.5 Agency Responsibilities and Rights

Agencies will retain the following rights and responsibilities: • Agencies are responsible for agreeing to and complying with Memorandum of Understanding /

Agreements developed by the Governing Body. • Agencies agreeing to this plan have the authority to request use of systems in accordance with

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Dispatch agencies and emergency communications centers of participating agencies have the

authorization to request use of the systems. • Where applicable, agencies will be responsible for maintaining, testing and exercising

connectivity to interoperable communications systems. • Agencies retain the right to decide when and where to participate in interoperable

communications. For example, agencies will retain the right to accept or decline a patch to a gateway system to provide interoperable communications during an incident.

2.6 Regional Authority Structure

The region, by written agreement, is authorized to appoint Regional Interoperability Coordinator(s) who will be given the authority to coordinate and assign interoperability assets. The role and authority of the Regional Interoperability Coordinator(s) will be formalized in the Memoranda of Understanding and Sharing Agreements for interoperable communications executed by the Governing Body and agreed to by participating agencies. A central authority for the coordination of these assets better ensures the most appropriate resources can be assigned for a particular incident. Additionally, a central authority helps prioritize and coordinate resources when large scale incidents or multiple emergencies have occurred. The Regional Interoperability Coordination in San Mateo County will be shared by the following organizations:

• Agencies within San Mateo County will contact the following Law Enforcement Area Coordinator for interoperability requests:

Primary Alternate Alternate Coordinator Greg Munks, Sheriff John Quinlan, Lt. John Diggins, Sgt. Agency San Mateo Sheriff’s

Department San Mateo Sheriff’s Department

San Mateo Sheriff’s Department

Phone 650-599-1664 650-363-1295 650-363-4558 Emergency 650-363-4915 650-363-4915 650-363-4915 E-mail [email protected].

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• Agencies within San Mateo County will contact the following Fire Area Coordinator for interoperability requests:

Primary Alternate Alternate Coordinator Tom Reaves, Chief Brian M. Kelly, Chief Ron Myers, Chief Agency Foster City Fire Dept. San Mateo City Fire Dept. North County Fire

Authority Phone 650-286-3350 650-522-7900 650-991-8138 Pager 650-367-6023 ext3606-

Alpha 650-367-6023 Ext. 6420-Alpha 650-367-6023 Ext. 7000-

Alpha Cell 650-740-7023 650-642-1335 650-740-7388 E-mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

The Regional Authorities will keep each other appraised of what interoperability assets are in use at any given time. When the same resources are requested for two or more incidents, the Regional Interoperability Coordinators will prioritize resource assignment based on the priority levels below:

1. Disaster, large-scale incident or extreme emergency requiring mutual aid or interagency communications;

2. Incidents where imminent danger exists to life or property; 3. Pre-planned events requiring mutual aid or interagency communications; 4. Incidents requiring the response of multiple agencies; 5. Incidents involving a single agency where supplemental communications are needed for

agency use; 6. Drills, tests and exercises.

Note: When at all possible, agencies already using an interoperable asset during an event should not be redirected to another resource.

2.7 Maintenance of TIC Plan

• The TICP coordinator will have the responsibility for reviewing and updating the Plan. • The plan is to be reviewed or updated annually.

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• Agencies participating in this plan will be formally notified within 30 days of any approved modifications or additions to this San Mateo County TICP.

Interoperability Equipment

This section describes all interoperable equipment in the regional service area for which the TICP is being prepared.

3.1 Swap (Cache) Radios

“Swapping radios” refers to maintaining a cache of standby radios that can be deployed to support regional incidents. These radios may be from a regional cache, or from a participating agency. These caches allow all responders to use a common, compatible set of radios during an incident. Specific caches within the region are listed below. Detailed radio template information on each radio cache is documented in Appendix 4.

RADIO CACHE POC Radio Cache POC Contact Number

Conventional VHF & UHF On-Call OES Coordinator (650) 363-4915

MCU Deployable Packages On-Call OES Coordinator (650) 363-4915

UHF Trunked Portables Radio Services Supervisor On-call Radio Tech

(650) 363-4442 (M-F 7-5pm) (650)-363-4915

Table 1. Radio Caches in the Regional Area

County Agency Quantity Type Location Responsible Person

San Mateo County of

San Mateo OES

16 Law UHF handhelds Comm Van OES POC

San Mateo County of

San Mateo OES

20 VHF

handhelds OES

OES POC

San Mateo County of

San Mateo OES

6 VHF

handhelds Pillar Pt.

Sub-station

OES POC

San Mateo County of

San Mateo OES

9 VHF

handhelds OES RWC

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San Mateo County of

San Mateo OES

18 VHF

handhelds Comm Van

OES POC

San Mateo County of

San Mateo, ISD

24 UHF

Trunked Radio Shop

Radio Service POC

3.1.1 MCU Deployment Packages

San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services has a suite of Incident Command resources that are available to deploy to provide communications. There are three basic packages available that are designed based on scale of incident (Minor, Medium, or Large). All packages include a MCU vehicle that is equipped with a variety of communications equipment including Radio Cache. See Appendix 5 for details of MCU vehicle equipment). The resources provided in each of these packages are described in Table 2 below.

• Table 2. MCU Deployment Packages

Minor Incident Package Medium Incident Package Large Incident Package MCU Vehicle (Appendix 5) MCU Vehicle (Appendix 5) 2 MCU Vehicle (Appendix 5) Light tower (If deployed after 1500) Utility Truck Utility Truck

S/By EOC Trailer (4 generators, tables, chair, power acc., ICS

forms, vests, T card rack, Command boards)

S/By EOC Trailer (4 generators, tables, chair, power acc., ICS

forms, vests, T card rack, Command boards)

Light Tower Support 1 Transport 1 Light Tower Generators Barricade trailer

3.2 Shared Channels

“Shared channels” refer to common frequencies or channels (such as those of a participating agency) that have been established and are programmed into radios to provide interoperable communications among agencies. Specific shared interoperable communications channels available within the region are listed in Table 3 below.

• Table 3. Shared Channels in the Regional Area

Primary Use Name Description Frequency CTCSSTactical North County VTac North Public Safety North 151.0100 / 114.8


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Public Services (limited ) 159.0600 Tactical South County VTac South Public Safety South

Public Services (limited) 151.0100 / 159.0600

118.8

Tactical North UTac North Public Safety North 489.4875 / 492/4875

167.9

Tactical South UTac South Public Safety South 483.4875 / 486.4875

179.9

Local Government LG2 Public Services 453.3250 / 458.3250

114.8

Law Tactical Green County Wide Mutual Aid 488.8875 / 491.8875

114.8

Law Tactical TAC 1 North Tactical 488.8625 / 491.8625

114.8

Law Tactical TAC 2 County Wide Mutual Aid 488.7125 / 491.7125

114.8

Law Tactical TAC 3 South Tactical 488.5375 / 491.5375

114.8

Law Mutual Aid CLEMARS 1 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid

154.9200 114.8


154..9350 114.8


460.0250 114.8

Fire White 1 Multi Agency Mutual Aid 154.280 114.8 Fire White2 Multi Agency Mutual Aid 154.2650 114.8 Fire White3 Multi Agency Mutual Aid 154.2950 114.8 Emergency Management CALCORD CA. on scene coordination

channel 156.075

3.3 Gateway

“Gateway” systems interconnect channels of different systems (whether on different bands or modes), allowing first responders to use their existing radios and channels to be interconnected with the channels of other users outside of their agency. Gateways are listed in Table 4 below.

• Table 4. Gateway Systems in San Mateo County

County Agency Type Quantity Fixed/Mobile Contact

San Mateo OES ACU-T 1 Mobile/Portable See Appendix 7

San Mateo OES ACU-1000 1 Mobile See Appendix 7


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3.4 Shared System

“Shared systems” refers to the use of a single radio system infrastructure to provide service to several Public Safety agencies within the region.

• Table 5 Primary Users on the San Mateo Trunked System (SMTS)

Name Service Area Radio

System Public Safety Agencies

Supported San Mateo Trunked System (SMTS)

County of San Mateo

Motorola SmartZone 4.1

PRIMARY USERS: San Mateo Sheriff Redwood City Police San Mateo District Attorney (Inv.) San Mateo Coroner San Mateo Probation San Mateo Public Safety Communications Kaiser Hospitals Seton Hospitals Mills Hospitals San Mateo General Hospital Sequoia Hospital Stanford Hospital San Francisco General Hospital San Mateo Emergency Medical Services A M R Ambulance CALTRAIN Transit Police San Mateo Environmental Services San Mateo Public works Peninsula Humane Society San Mateo Office of Emergency Services

• Table 6 Secondary Users on the SMTS

Name Service Area Radio

System Public Safety Agencies

Supported Fire Net 6

ALS JPA San Mateo Gang Task Force CHP FBI Millbrae PD La Honda Fire South San Francisco Fire Montara Sanitary District San Francisco International Airport


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Policies and Procedures for Interoperable Equipment

4.1 Swap/Cache Radios

4.1.1 Cache Provider Responsibilities

For a radio cache to be an effective shared resource, it should have the following characteristics: • Be fully charged and maintained, ready for deployment at all times; • Include extra charged batteries/replacement batteries and chargers for extended deployments; • Available support personnel for on-scene support during the deployment; • Radios should be labeled with the owning agency and programming; • Check-out and tracking procedures are used during the incident to ensure the radios are

properly returned to the cache following the incident.

4.1.2 Cache/Swap Radio Rules of Use

• National Incident Management System - Use of an Incident Command System compliant with the National Incident Management System is recommended for use of any regional interoperability resource.

• Plain language - All Communications shall be in plain language. Radio codes, acronyms and abbreviations are to be avoided as they may cause confusion between agencies. Requests for assistance or backup should clarify the reason for the request.

• Unit Identification - Agency name shall precede unit identifier, i.e., operations, logistics, command, information, liaison.

4.1.3 Interoperable Communications Request

Interoperable Communications Request Protocol 1. The Incident Commander (IC) will determine when a situation exists that requires use of a

regional interoperability resource and will notify their dispatch center.

2. The dispatch center having jurisdiction over the location of the incident will follow their SOP to contact Area Coordinator and relay pertinent information regarding the event and the interoperability resource request. The following information is provided by the requesting agency at the time of an activation request:

Agency name

Names of on-scene agencies requiring interoperability


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Reason for request/type of event

Expected duration of event

User/requestor and/or servicing dispatch center contact phone number

3. The agency that owns the radio cache retains the ultimate authority on its use.

4. Even though the agency chooses to activate its own radio cache, the Area Coordinator should still be notified and provided the above information to avoid any misunderstanding.

5. The Area Coordinator will determine what regional interoperability resources are available for use and will identify a specific resource for assignment. The Area Coordinator will then activate the resource through the appropriate POC. For example, if a radio cache is activated, the Area Coordinator will contact the Radio Cache Manager to deploy the radio cache.

The Area Coordinator will coordinate the resource deployment by providing the POC information for the resource to the requesting Incident Commander.

4.1.4 Swap/Cache Radio Activation

Requests for use of the radio cache will be made through San Mateo Public Safety dispatch which can be reached at (650) 363-4915. The dispatcher will contact the appropriate Radio Cache Manager. The Radio Cache Manager will provide an estimated time of arrival of the resource to both the dispatch center of the agency having jurisdiction over the event and the Incident Commander. The Radio Cache and necessary technical assistance will be sent to the incident scene. The personnel transporting the cache will have responsibilities that include:

• Supporting the cache equipment as needed;

• Providing fully charged spare batteries;

• Familiarizing radio users on proper use of the equipment.

• On arrival at the incident location, the Radio Cache support person will report to the Incident Commander or designate (Logistic Section Chief or COML) for instructions;

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• The cache support person will track radios as they are assigned and returned, making sure to include the information needed to recover the equipment if necessary following the incident. The agency owning the cache is responsible for developing their equipment audit procedures, but should consider capturing information that includes:

Date and time out and in;

Name, badge or ID number, signature, agency of the person checking the equipment out of the cache;

Name, badge or ID number, signature, agency of the person returning the equipment to the cache;

ID number and frequency/channel of use of cache equipment checked out and returned;

Inspect Condition of equipment when checked out and when returned.

4.1.5 Swap/Cache Radio Deactivation

1. The Incident Commander will determine when the regional interoperability asset is no longer required.

2. The Incident Commander or Logistics Section Chief (in accordance with NIMS/ICS) will be responsible for coordinating the return of cache radios to the Radio Cache Technician on-scene.

3. Each user and/or agency that has received equipment from the radio cache will be responsible for the return of that equipment to the Radio Cache Technician following his/her work shift or at the end of the incident, whichever occurs first.

4. Problems with individual radios will be reported to the Radio Cache technician, who will complete a Trouble Report Form.

5. At the end of the incident, the Radio Cache Technician will be responsible for inventorying all cache equipment.

6. Before leaving the incident scene, the technician will notify the IC or Logistics Section Chief of any unreturned cache equipment, including the assigned user and/or agency.

On returning equipment to the Radio Cache, the technician will functionally inspect the equipment, log the equipment back in to the cache and make sure the equipment is re-charged or repaired as necessary. The technician will notify the Radio Cache Manager of missing radio cache equipment.

4.1.6 Problem ID and Resolution

During an incident: • Initial problems, including problems with individual radios should be reported to the

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• Agencies using cache radios may report any problems with the cache to the proper POC • The On-call OES Emergency Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring effective

resolution to problems that exist with the radio cache. • The On-call OES Emergency Coordinator will bring to the attention of the using agency

information on missing or damaged radio equipment.

4.2 Shared Channels: Law Mutual Aid Channels

The use of the Law Mutual Aid channels will be coordinated through the San Mateo County Public Safety Communications Center. LMAIN Primary Use Name Description Frequency CTCSSLaw Mutual Aid Green County Wide Mutual Aid 488.8875 /

491.8875 114.8

Law Tactical Tac1 North Tactical 488.8625 / 491.8625

114.8

Law Tactical Tac2 County Wide Mutual Aid 488.7125 / 491.7125

114.8

Law Tactical Tac3 South Tactical 488.5375 / 491.5375

114.8

4.2.1 LMAIN Rules of Use

USE AND COORDINATION OF LAW MUTUAL AID CHANNELS CWMA (Green channel) USAGE The County Wide Mutual Aid (Green) Channel, a county wide frequency, will be utilized as defined by specific San Mateo County mutual aid procedures such as Pursuits, Code 666, Tactical Alerts, Code 30’s and events of special circumstance. In the event of competing interests, Tac 2 may be used an as alternate channel. This channel is utilized as the Sheriff’s Office and allied agencies tactical channel. This use is extended to the Sheriff’s Office because their patrol jurisdiction involves areas throughout the County. The following is a list of allied agencies with county wide jurisdiction (not limited to): - FBI - CNTF (County Wide Narcotics Task Force) - State Parole - SFIA (San Francisco International Airport Police) COORDINATION AND CONTROL OF CWMA (Green Channel)


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County Communications will control and coordinate the use of the CWMA (Green Channel) and/or Tac 2 according to the following guidelines: Local agencies may request the use of the CWMA (Green Channel) and/or Tac 2 when it is determined that tactical channels will not meet the local need. County Communications will restrict radio transmissions (initiate a Code 33) on the CWMA (Green Channel) and/or Tac 2 at the request of the user agency. (a) County Communications will announce the restriction by voice broadcast over all primary channels, followed by a teletype broadcast. (b) County Communications will announce the cancellation of the restriction by teletype and voice broadcast over all primary channels. TAC 1 Northern zone, including Daly City, Brisbane, Pacifica, South San Francisco, Colma, Broadmoor, and San Bruno. Coverage extends south to Hwy 92. TAC 2 Central zone, including Millbrae, Burlingame, San Mateo, Hillsborough, Half Moon Bay, Foster City, and Belmont. Countywide coverage. This channel may be used as an alternate to the CWMA Green Channel. In the event of competing interests for the use of this frequency, criteria to be considered will include risk to public safety as well as Officer Safety, and number of units impacted. Preference will be given to agencies regularly assigned to Tac 2 as their tactical channel. TAC 3 Southern zone, including San Carlos, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Atherton, and East Palo Alto. Coverage extends north to Hwy 92. UNASSIGNED AGENCIES Unassigned agencies that have transmit and receive capabilities are the Sheriff’s Office, County Narcotics Task Force (CNTF), San Francisco Airport Police (SFIA), Palo Alto P.D. (Tac Three), and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) on a limited basis. Tac channels are utilized as secondary frequencies to supplement local agency primaries. In order to ensure that the CWMA (Green Channel) remains available, the tactical channels should be used for incidents which are localized and have a low potential of escalating or becoming mobile. Routine use of the tactical channels should be limited to those transmissions that are law enforcement specific: Transmissions that require more detailed information than those normally performed on the primary channels. Unit to unit coordination of specific events. USE OF TACTICAL CHANNEL FOR PLANNED LARGE SCALE EVENTS: SUBMIT PLANNED USE


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Local agency shall submit planned use of a tactical channel to County Communications via teletype or phone. TACTICAL CHANNEL REQUESTS In the event more than one agency has requested the use of the same tactical channel on the same date and time, the use of alternative frequencies shall be investigated. However, both agencies may have to share the same common channel for these events if an alternative can not be arranged. The CWMA (Green Channel) may be considered as an alternative. COORDINATION AND CONTROL OF TACTICAL CHANNELS Local agencies will be responsible for controlling and coordinating the use of tactical channels when used for events in local jurisdictions. Local agencies will generate a teletype broadcast to restrict traffic on their assigned tactical channel, if needed. (I.e. Code 33 should be placed on the frequency.) County Communications will announce these requests via a voice broadcast over the affected agencies primary channels. It shall be the responsibility of the local agency to monitor and control communications during the restricted period.

4.3 Shared Channels Fire Mutual Aid Channels

The Fire Agencies of San Mateo County have adopted the Statewide FIRESCOPE Program. Communications for fire mutual aid complies with the use and policies outlined in California FIRESCOPE Field Operations Guide (ICS 420-1). Details of available frequencies and programming template are identified in APPENDIX 7.

4.4 Shared Channels: All Other Shared Channels

The procedures in this section apply to all other shared channels not addressed in Section 0. SMTS Talk Group System Use COCOM 1 Trunk County Agencies only COCOM 2 Trunk County Agencies only COCOM 3 Trunk County Agencies only COCOM 4 Trunk County Agencies only LAWCOM 1 Trunk Law Enforcement LAWCOM2 Trunk Law Enforcement LAWCOM3 Trunk Law Enforcement LAWCOM4 Trunk Law Enforcement SYCOM 1 Trunk All SMTS Users SYCOM 2 Trunk All SMTS Users


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SYCOM 3 Trunk All SMTS Users SYCOM 4 Trunk All SMTS Users Other

Primary Use Name Description Frequency CTCSS Tactical North County

VTac North Public Safety North Public Services (limited )

151.0100 / 159.0600

114.8

Tactical South County

Vtac South Public Safety South Public Services (limited)

151.0100 / 159.0600

118.8

Tactical North Utac North Public Safety North 489.4875 / 492/4875

167.9

Tactical South Utac South Public Safety South 483.4875 / 486.4875

179.9

Local Government LG2 Public Services 453.3250 / 458.3250

114.8


154.9200 114.8 tx


154.9350 114.8 tx


460.0250 114.8

4.4.1 Other Shared Channels Rules of Use

The Shared Channels in the region will be reserved for inter-communication in situations requiring the coordination of multiple public safety entities. They shall not be used for administrative or intra-agency communications unless so directed during a major emergency disaster situation.

o Examples of Proper Use of the Mutual Aid Channels:

As working channels for multiple fire departments fighting a fire together.

For coordination during a police chase through multiple jurisdictions where the agencies have no other communications link with each other.

For Communications during extended joint operations between multiple police agencies such as drug operations, riots, etc.

For coordination during recovery operations after a disaster such as a hurricane when local, state, and federal officials require a common communications link.

Other rules of use:

• National Incident Management System – Use of an Incident Command System compliant with the National Incident Management System is recommended for use of any regional interoperability resource.

• Plain language – All Communications shall be in plain language. Radio codes, acronyms and abbreviations are to be avoided as they may cause confusion between agencies. Requests for assistance or backup should clarify the reason for the request.


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• Unit Identification – Agency name shall precede unit identifier, i.e., operations, logistics, command, information, liaison.

4.4.2 Shared Channel Procedures

• If an individual responder needs to talk to an agency with which they do not otherwise have communications, the responder notifies dispatch that they need to operate on one of the interoperability channels. Dispatch or the responder can determine the appropriate channel.

• For an extended incident, the dispatcher is responsible for notifying the COMC that an interoperable or mutual aid channel is in use.

• When a responder is dispatched to an incident, each agency dispatcher is responsible for notifying responders what interoperable or mutual aid channels are being used for the incident.

• The Incident Commander determines when the interoperable or mutual aid channel(s) is (are) no longer required and notifies his/her dispatch center.

• The dispatch center having jurisdiction over the location of the incident notifies each responding agency that operations on the channel are ending.


1. Agencies using designated SMTC trunked talk groups or County maintained channels may report any problems to the OES coordinator.

2. San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring effective resolution to problems that exist with interoperability resources.

3. Problems with individual radios will be reported through the service methodology used by the respective agency.

GATEWAYS

4.5 Fixed Site Gateways

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4.6 Mobile Gateways

This section provides guidance on how to request, deploy, and use the mobile gateways during emergency responses in the Regional Area.

County Agency Type Quantity Fixed/Mobile Contact

San Mateo OES ACU-T 1 Mobile/Portable OES Coordinator

San Mateo OES ACU-1000 1 Mobile OES Coordinator

4.6.1 Participating Agencies

4.6.2 Mobile Gateway Rules of Use

The following rules of use shall govern interoperable communications between agencies:

San Mateo Sheriff’s Department Atherton Police Department Belmont Police Department Brisbane Police Department Broadmoor Police Department Burlingame Police Department Colma Police Department Daly City Police Department East Palo Alto Police Department Foster City Police Department Half Moon Bay Police Department Hillsborough Police Department Menlo Park Police Department Millbrae Police Department Pacifica Police Department Redwood City Police Department San Bruno Police Department San Carlos Police Department San Mateo Police Department South San Francisco Police Department Town of Woodside Fire Net6 JPA Members Advanced Life Support JPA Members


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• Connectivity between agencies shall only be requested for working emergency events;

• Agencies will identify themselves by agency name and designated call sign/radio designator. For example, if “505” from the FBI has requested communications with San Mateo Sheriff’s Department “Sam -10,” and a patch has been established, then “FBI 505” will call “San Mateo Sam-10” on the designated channel/talkgroup.

• All radio traffic should be in plain language. The use of 10-Codes and specific agency acronyms is discouraged.

• All encrypted radio users will be required to work in the “clear” mode.

• Agencies are encouraged to work in the simplex mode.

Interoperability is encouraged for command level personnel only.

4.6.3 Mobile Gateway Communications Request

1. When an emergency response event requires a mobile gateway to perform interoperable communications, a partnering agency representative shall follow their own agency’s procedures for requesting equipment. Typically, a user should request a mobile gateway by contacting their agency’s dispatcher, who will then contact the appropriate agency.

2. The dispatch center having jurisdiction over the location of the incident follows internal agency procedures to contact the Area Coordinator and relays pertinent information regarding the event.

3. The following information is provided by the requesting agency at the time of an activation request:

User’s agency;

Agencies or frequencies/talk groups to connect;

Reason for request / type of event;

Expected duration of event;

User/requestor contact phone number.

4. In the event that the agency activates its own gateway, the Area Coordinator is notified and provided the above information.

5. The Area Coordinator determines what regional interoperability resources are available for use and identifies and activates a specific resource. For example, if a gateway needs to be activated, the Area Coordinator contacts the Gateway Manager to activate that device.

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4.6.4 Mobile Gateway Activation

• Mobile gateways may not be outfitted with agency radios before the event. Therefore, all agencies will be required to bring a portable radio and charger to connect to the mobile gateway for the length of the operation.

• Gateway managers will ensure appropriate cables exist for area radios. Setup and installation of all radios will take place on-scene.

The COML should follow these Mobile Gateway activation procedures:

1. Require participating agencies to check in at the command post and provide portable radios and frequency/talkgroup channels for use during the incident;

2. Assign radio call sign/designator information to connected agencies;

3. Instruct mobile gateway operator on where to setup and operate the mobile gateway;

4. Inform mobile gateway operator what agencies are participating;

5. Provide mobile gateway operator with agency provided radios and frequency/talk group channels to be used during the incident;

6. Confer with mobile gateway operator concerning what command level or other specific talkgroups that need to be programmed into the mobile gateway;

7. Make an announcement on the Command Channel to all commanders to advise them the mobile gateway is activated when appropriate.

The mobile gateway operator should follow these procedures:

1. Obtain agency radios and connect to the mobile gateway with associated cables;

2. Select the channel or talkgroup assigned by the agency;

3. Assign the requested unit/agency to that channel or talkgroup as designated by the Incident Commander.

4.6.5 Mobile Gateway Deployment Procedure

Upon receiving a request for the deployment of a mobile gateway, the following guidelines should be followed.

The dispatcher should follow these deployment procedures:

• Contact the on-call mobile gateway operator/technician responsible for mobile gateway deployment;

• Dispatch mobile gateway operator to the incident scene;

• Inform the requesting user that the mobile gateway is enroute.


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The mobile gateway operator should follow these deployment procedures:

• Respond to dispatcher with estimated time to retrieve mobile gateway and estimated time to arrive on the incident scene;

• Drive dedicated vehicle and mobile gateway to the incident scene;

• Report to the Incident Commander on arrival.

4.6.6 Mobile Gateway Deactivation

When interoperable communications is no longer required, agencies should follow these guidelines.

• Participating agencies are responsible for retrieving the portable radio provided during the operation.

The COML should follow these deactivation procedures: 1. Make an announcement on the command channel to all commanders to advise them the mobile

gateway is being deactivated;

2. Contact the mobile gateway operator to shut down the mobile gateway.

The mobile gateway operator should follow these deactivation procedures: 1. Ensure agencies retrieve portable radios;

2. Take inventory of equipment and note any needing repair or replacement;

3. Return to pre-response location and make mobile gateway ready for service.


• The Gateway Manager reports any problems experienced during the deployment to the ICC Technical Working Group following the incident. Agencies using gateways may also report any problems experienced SM OES Emergency Coordinator.

• The SM OES Emergency coordinator will be responsible for ensuring effective resolution to problems that exist with interoperability resources. The Gateway Manager will immediately report any problem with activation of interconnects to the Incident Commander and the Area Coordinator.


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4.6.8 Mobile Gateway Limitations

• Battery life of portable radios limit time of use Mobile gateways are designed to enable interoperable communications for short duration events or until a mobile command vehicle arrives. In the event that the mobile gateways will need to be used for an extended period of time, precautions such as an additional power supply, personal radio chargers, or other provisions should be considered.

• Home system coverage may limit communications All units utilizing the mobile gateway will be operating in a simplex or non-repeated mode once they arrive on the scene and during emergency response operations. Access to repeaters of an agency’s home system while in route to or while on the scene of the incident will be dependent on the coverage of their home system. Alternate methods of communication (e.g., frequency sharing, use of a cellular phone) may be required to communicate with your agency’s home system if you are outside coverage of your home system.

• Interoperability connectivity needs to be planned in advance For agencies to have interoperability on the scene of an incident they need to have provided a portable radio in advance or must provide one on the scene of the incident.

4.6.9 Mobile Gateway Test Procedures

To ensure that equipment components of the interoperability solution are operating properly, each agency will participate in the following testing procedure:

• Representatives from each agency should meet on a regular basis to test the interoperability solution.

• Testing should include deployment, setup operation, and deactivation of the mobile gateway. Agency representatives should arrive at the test location to test their ability to communicate with other agencies utilizing the mobile gateway.

• If an issue or problem is identified during the testing procedure, personnel shall determine who will take corrective action. If the issue or problem can not be identified, personnel shall contact the appropriate technical personnel to address the issue or problem.


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4.7 Shared Systems

4.7.1 Shared System Rules of Use

• NIMS: Use of an ICS compliant with NIMS is required for use of any regional interoperability resource.

• Plain language: All Communications shall be in plain language. Radio codes, acronyms and abbreviations are to be avoided as they may cause confusion between agencies. Additionally, it should be understood that plain words such as “help”, “assistance”, “repeat” and “back-up” may have different operational meanings to different agencies. The word “Help” should not be used alone unless in the context of a life-threatening situation. Requests for assistance or backup should clarify the reason for the request.

Unit Identification: Agency name or identifier shall precede unit identifier.

4.7.2 Shared System Procedures

1. If an individual responder needs to talk to an agency with which they do not otherwise have communications, the responder notifies dispatch that they need to operate on a shared channel/talkgroup. Dispatch or the responder can determine the appropriate channel/talkgroup.

2. For an extended incident, the dispatcher is responsible for notifying the Area Coordinator that an interoperability channel/talkgroup is in use.

3. When a responder is dispatched to an incident, each agency dispatcher is responsible for notifying responders what interoperability channel(s)/talkgroup(s) is (are) being used for the incident.

4. The Incident Commander determines when the interoperability channels/talkgroups is (are) no longer required and notifies his/her dispatch center.


• The dispatch center having jurisdiction over the location of the incident reports any problems experienced to San Mateo Radio Services.

(see Appendix 3) for POC information for the ICC Technical Working Group.

• The ICC Technical Working Group will be responsible for ensuring effective resolution to problems that exist with interoperability resources.


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Plans for Tactical Communications during an Incident

5.1 Event

This plan is designed to cover interoperability needs for all hazard incidents. The plan laid out in this section addresses the need for initial and sustained interoperable communications for the incident response. Although no amount of planning can address every possible outcome during an event, a plan for interoperable communications is expected to have the following benefits:

• A plan builds an understanding of available interoperable resources, their capabilities and their limitations as applied to a general type of incident. This knowledge can be used during events as well as in the development of future regional interoperability systems.

• By planning the use of interoperable communication resources, agencies can equip, train, and develop procedures to ensure personnel have access to the communication resources needed.

5.2 Participating Functional Disciplines

In response to an event, the functional disciplines involved in the initial incident-scene response are expected to be:

• Fire • Law Enforcement • Emergency Medical Services • Hospitals • Emergency Management • Coroner • Explosive Ordnance Disposal • HAZMAT • Search and Rescue Teams (SAR) • Transportation • Utilities • Public Works • Public Health • Environmental Health • State & Federal Agencies • Non-governmental agencies/organizations as deemed necessary


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5.3 Incident Command Structure

Figure 1. shows a hypothetical Incident Command System structure that would be generally appropriate for the level of incident addressed by this plan.

• Figure 1. Hypothetical IED Event ICS Structure

5.4 Prioritizing Interoperable Communications

Because interoperable communications resources will be limited, a priority order must be established.

5.4.1 Priority Users

The incident commander will have the authority to apply resources as the Incident Action Plan requires. The following list should be considered as the priority order of uses for interoperable communications:

1. Unified Command 2. Command Staff and General Staff 3. Communications assets will be prioritized as determined by the Unified Command

UNIFIED COMMAND IC

Operations Section

Planning Section

Logistics Section

Finance/Admin Section

Safety Officer

Information Officer Assistant Safety

Officer(s) (US&R, Haz Mat)

Liaison Officer

Communications Unit Leader

US&R Branch Medical Branch HAZMAT Branch Public Works Branch Law Branch

Staging Area(s)

US&R Group

Hazard Control Group

Fire Suppression Group

Rapid Intervention Group

Medical Group

Transportation Group

HAZMAT Group

Decontamination Group

Debris Removal Group

Utilities Group

Perimeter Control Group

Traffic Control Group

Crime Scene Investigation Group

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The Incident Commander will have the authority to utilize resources as the Incident Action Plan requires. The following order of priority for uses of interoperable communications should be considered by the Incident Commander.

Priority Users

1. Highest level of operational command 4. Fire Suppression Group

2. Command Staff and General Staff 5. Law Enforcement Branch

3. Medical Group 6. Hospital Care

5.4.2 Priority Assignment of Mutual Aid Channels

If all applicable agencies share communications on a common frequency, or if a radio cache is being deployed to support the incident, the following frequency assignments should be used unless otherwise directed by the Incident Commander.

Order of Priority Assignment of M/A Channels

No. Priority User VHF Channels UHF Conventional Channels

Trunked System

1 Highest Level of Operational Command

Fire Red

CoCom2

2 Command Staff and General

Staff

Fire White 1 (154.280)

LG2 CoCom3

3 Medical Group Fire White 2 (154.265)

UTAC North CoCom4

4 Fire Suppression Group

Fire Red 2

5 Law Enforcement

Branch

UTAC South Law Com1

6 Traffic Control Group

Syscom2

7 Hospital Coordination

Syscom3

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identified this as the most critical need for interoperability because of the diversity of agencies involved. If the Incident Commander has not already ordered deployment of a radio cache and activation of any applicable fixed or mobile gateways, one of the first actions by the Operations Section Chief during a major disaster must be to ensure these resources are requested through the Logistics Section Chief. For the Operations Section Chief and applicable Group Supervisors, Branch Directors and Unit Leaders at the highest level of operational control; Interoperable Communications will be attempted in the following order:

1. Collocation of all Command and General Staff at the incident command post provides the best direct communications and reduces demand on interoperability resources.

2. If responders at the highest level of operational control are users of a shared system, the shared system will be used to establish interoperable communications.

3. If responders at the highest level of operational control do not have a common shared system, but operate on the VHF, UHF or 800 MHz frequency bands, use of a mutual aid channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications.

4. If shared systems or common mutual aid channels above are not available to establish interoperable communications, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the agencies involved at the highest level of operational command. Dispatch and the Control One will identify any available resources.

5. If no other method above is available, the Operations Section will wait for the arrival of the radio cache.

6. If no other method of interoperability can be established, communications may be relayed through face-to-face communications.

7. The following fallback methods may be used when no technical solution exists for interoperable communications:

o Co-location – Locating staff from all relevant agencies in a common area to receive and relay information.

o Runners – Using personnel to relay messages between agencies. o Joint Teams – Forming teams that include at least one radio-carrying member of every

other agency for which communications is required.

5.5.1 Unified Command Staff

In an IED incident, unless it is known that all responding agencies will be operating on the same shared communication system, the Incident Commander should immediately order deployment of a radio cache and activation of any applicable fixed or mobile gateways through dispatch. Dispatch will work with the Area Coordinator to activate applicable resources. Interoperable Communications will be attempted in the following order:

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2. If the Command Staff and General Staff are users of the SMTS, the SMTS will be used to establish interoperable communications.

3. If the Command Staff and General Staff do not have SMTS capability, but operate on the VHF or UHF MHz frequency bands, use of a M/A channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications.

4. If none of the methods above are available, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the Command Staff and General Staff. Dispatch and the Area Coordinator will identify any available resources.

5. The highest level of operational command should be given first priority for available interoperable communications resources.

6. If no other method above is available, the Incident Commander will wait for the arrival of the radio cache. When the radio cache arrives, a channel will be assigned for the Command Staff and General Staff.

7. If another method of interoperability cannot be established, the Command Staff and General Staff will relay communications through staff members (runners).

5.5.2 Operations Section Command and Branch Directors

The Operations Section in this event will need interoperable communications among section members that include the Fire Service Branch, Law Enforcement Branch, Air Branch and EMS Group.

1. If the Medical Group agencies are users of the SMTS, the SMTS will be used to establish interoperable communications. 2. If the Medical Group agencies do not have a common shared system, but operate on the VHF or UHF MHz frequency bands, use of a M/A channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications. 3. If none of the methods above are available, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the Medical Group agencies. Dispatch and the Area Coordinator will identify any available resources. 4. If cache radios are available for distribution, a mutual aid channel will be used for the Medical

Group.

5.5.3 Medical Care Group

The Medical Group may need interoperable communications resources for directing triage, treatment and transport efforts. Interoperable Communications will be attempted in the following order:

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6. If the Medical Group agencies do not have a common shared system, but operate on the VHF or UHF MHz frequency bands, use of a M/A channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications.

7. If none of the methods above are available, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the Medical Group agencies. Dispatch and the Area Coordinator will identify any available resources.

8. If cache radios are available for distribution, a mutual aid channel will be used for the Medical Group.

5.5.4 Fire Service Branch

The Fire Suppression Group may need interoperable communications resources for directing fire suppression efforts. Interoperable Communications will be attempted in the following order:

1. If the Fire Suppression Group agencies are users of the SMTS, the SMTS will be used to establish interoperable communications.

2. If the Fire Suppression Group agencies do not have a common shared system, but operate on the VHF or UHF MHz frequency bands, use of a M/A channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications.

3. If none of the methods above are available, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the Fire Suppression Group agencies. Dispatch and the Area Coordinator will identify any available resources.

4. If cache radios are available for distribution, a channel will be assigned for the Fire Suppression Group.

5.5.5 Law Enforcement Branch

The Law Enforcement Branch may need interoperable communications resources for directing outer perimeter security, evacuation, explosive ordinance disposal, investigations, and traffic control efforts. Interoperable Communications will be attempted in the following order:

1. If the Law Enforcement Branch agencies are users of the SMTS, the SMTS will be used to establish interoperable communications.

2. If the Law Enforcement Branch agencies do not have a common shared system, but operate on

the VHF or UHF MHz frequency bands, use of a M/A channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications.

3. If none of the methods above are available, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the Law Enforcement Branch agencies. Dispatch and the Area Coordinator will identify any available resources.

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5.5.6 Hospital Coordination

EMS transport vehicles may need interoperable communications resources for directing patient care. Interoperable Communications will be attempted in the following order:

1. If the EMS transport agencies are users of the SMTS, the SMTS will be used to establish interoperable communications. 2. If the EMS transport agencies do not have a common shared system, but operate on the VHF or UHF MHz frequency bands, use of a M/A channel should be attempted to establish interoperable communications. 3. If none of the methods above are available, a request should be made to make use of any gateway devices that can interconnect the disparate radio systems of the EMS agencies. Dispatch and the Area Coordinator will identify any available resources. 4. If cache radios are available for distribution, a channel will be assigned for the EMS transport agencies.

5.6 Communications Unit Leader Responsibility

The Communications Unit Leader has the responsibility to make recommendations concerning communication structure and organization to the Incident Commander. Once approved by the Incident Commander, these actions include implementing interoperable solutions, frequencies, equipment, and systems during an actual event. The Communications Unit Leader must be part of the planning process and determine the communications resources required to support the objectives and tactics of the Incident Action Plan, as it develops.

NIMS Communications Unit Leader Training

6.1 Training Requirements and Certification

The SMIWG will within one year of adoption of the TIC Plan establish a training program to ensure that adequate staff is trained as Communications Leaders as defined by the NIMS model. The Communications Unit Leaders should be trained and certified in accordance with NIMS/ ICS standards. The Communications Unit Leader on any given incident should be prepared to perform the following job tasks:

• Receive Incident Action Plan (IAP). Determine needs to support the IAP. o Determine requirements for communications to be established and make initial

recommendations. Using information obtained from the IAP, section briefings, and agency briefings, immediately order supplies, materials, and equipment necessary to support the projected incident size.

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o Participate in incident planning meetings as the technical expert for communications needs.

o Determine the feasibility of providing the required communications support. o Provide operational and technical information on communications equipment available

for the incident. o Provide operational and technical information on communications equipment

capabilities and restrictions. • Design communications systems to meet incident operational needs.

o Determine additional resource needs and order necessary equipment and personnel. o Prepare Incident Communications Plan, ICS Form 205. o Request any additional communications vendor services, e.g., telephone, satellite

communications, or microwave, etc. o Coordinate the locations for equipment to be installed (e.g., repeaters or telephone lines)

through the chain of command. o Provide communications support for internal and external data operations. o Coordinate frequencies in use following established procedures.

• Install communications equipment. o Obtain equipment from supply unit. o Install and test all components of the communications system to ensure the incident’s

systems are operational. o In conjunction with command, develop installation priorities while adhering to safety

standards regarding communications needs of tactical personnel. • Assign communications equipment.

o Identify kinds and numbers of communications equipment to be distributed to specific units according to the communications plan.

o Provide resources and unit leaders with appropriate equipment based on the communications plan.

o Maintain equipment inventory to provide accountability. • Establish Incident Communications Center (ICC).

o Coordinate location of ICC with Facilities Unit Leader. o Locate ICC close to the Incident Command Post and away from high traffic areas and

noise. o Locate ICC from radio interference. o Verify estimated time of arrival (ETA) of communications personnel (can include

tactical dispatchers, radio personnel) and establish assignments based on incident requirements. Set schedules around operations requirements.

o Obtain necessary supplies for the ICC to function properly. • Manage Operations of the ICC.

o Document radio/telephone activities on appropriate forms. o Set up filing system for ICC documentation. o Direct radio/ telephone traffic to proper destinations. o Establish notification procedures for emergency messages. o Identify system problems, both technical and operational, and determine appropriate

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• Coordinate frequencies, activities, and resources with the communications coordinators for other incidents in the region.

o Identify communications equipment and personnel that are excess to incident needs and demobilize, if appropriate.

o Identify resources as to type/ qualifications, quantity, and location. o Notify other involved or adjacent local, state, and federal agencies of the system design

and frequency allocations. • Initiate and maintain accurate records on all communications equipment.

o Initiate and maintain accountability system for issuing radio resources. o Document geographic locations of equipment and transfer this information to local

maps (latitude/ longitude, legal). o Keep records for local and national resources to ensure return to proper locations.

• Perform operational test of communications equipment throughout the duration of the incident as needed.

o Identify and take necessary action to accomplish minor field repair or place orders for replacement of equipment.

o Plan for battery replacement. o Act decisively to minimize interruptions in system operation.

• Interact and coordinate with appropriate unit leaders and operations personnel. o Coordinate with medical unit for medical evacuation plan. o Coordinate with law enforcement and fire branches for their specific frequency and

system needs. o Coordinate with air operations for frequency needs. o Participate in planning meetings and briefings. o Coordinate with operations regarding system coverage and needs.

6.2 Communications Unit Leaders

The San Mateo Interoperability Working Groups will meet on a regular basis, as part of the ongoing interoperable communications process, to establish training requirements, budget impact, and training calendar to ensure continued interoperable training in support of the Urban Area TIC Plan. The training will include COML, Shared Channel Use, Fixed and Mobile Gateway Use, and Shared Systems.

The SMIWG will present their training schedule recommendations and supporting logic to the San Mateo Office of Emergency Coordinator.

6.3 Communications Unit Leader Training Review

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• Establish and review training requirements for Communications Unit Leaders • Establish the annual training calendar • Determine criteria for personnel to be trained

• Table 7 Training Objectives

Training Objective

Communication Unit Leader To familiarize Communications Unit Leaders with their role within the NIMS model & the regional TIC Plan

Policies/Procedures for Interoperability Equipment

To familiarize Communications Unit Leaders with Regional Interoperability Standard Operating Procedures

Shared Channels To familiarize Communications Unit Leaders with technical specifics on the region’s shared channel systems

Fixed Site and Mobile Gateways To familiarize Communications Unit Leaders with technical specifics on the region’s fixed site and mobile gateways

Shared Systems To familiarize Communications Unit Leaders with technical specifics on the region’s shared systems

APPENDIX 1 CITY AND COUNTY MICROWAVE TELEPHONE NUMBERS

ATHERTON MILBRAE COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS City Manager 349 City Manager 259 Law Enforcement Mutual Aide 220 Police Dept. 232 Communications 241 Half Moon Bay/ Broadmoor 221 East Palo Alto PD Dispatch 222 BELMONT PACIFICA Sheriff's Dispatch 224 City Manager 281 Communications 229 Ambulance Dispatch / Non-emergency 226 Communication 238 Half Moon Bay / Woodside Fire 228 PORTOLA VALLEY Fire Mutual Aide 228 BRISBANE Mayor / Clerk 353 Animal Control 228 FIRE Dept. 274 Fire District (Emergency) 228 Fire Net Pos. 230 Station 8 235 Fire Net Pos. 231 BROADMOOR Fire Net Pos. 267 Police Dept. 252 REDWOOD CITY Fire Net Pos. 268 Communications 234 Fire Net Pos. 269 Records Bureau 360 BURLINGAME Board of Supervisors 329 City Manager 285 County Manager 261 Communication 240 Sheriff's Desk Officer 249


2007


SAN BRUNO Sheriff's Records 258 COLMA City Manager 330 County Fire / CDF 311 Police Dept. 342 Communications 242

PD (after hours @ SSF) 243 Fire Dept. (Business) 331 HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOMS Fire Dept. (@ SSF) 243 Seton Medical Center 362 SAN CARLOS Kaiser SSF 363 DALY CITY PD Records 332 Peninsula Hospital 364 City Manager 347 Communications 237 Mills Hospital 365 Police / Fire Dept. 348 San Mateo County General 366 SAN MATEO Saint Catherine Hospital 367 EAST PALO ALTO City Manager 374 Sequoia Hospital 368 City Manager 352 Communication 335 Kaiser (Redwood City) 369 Police Dept. (Business) 313 Records Bureau 239 Stanford 370 Peninsula Blood Bank 371 FOSTER CITY SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO Emergency Ambulance 344 EOC 290 Communication 243 EMS / SMGH 380 Communications 265 Fire Dept. (Business) 337 EMS / SMGH 399 EOC 253 EPA Vet .Hospital 375 HALF MOON BAY City Manager 336 CM @ City Hall 291 AREA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Police Dept. (Business) 247 WOODSIDE Area Coordinator 301 Fire District (Business) 236 Assistant Area Coordinator 302 HILLSBOROUGH Emergency OPS. Center 301 Police Dept. 248 302 304 MENLO PARK 305 City Manager 334 306 Police Dept. 233 307 Corp Yard, DPW, EOC 359 308 OES/SO Reserve 376

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California Planning Area Tactical Interoperable Communications Plan Template: PRELIMINARY DRAFT

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APPENDIX 3 Agency Point of Contacts

Agency Emergency Coordinator

Police Fire Public Works City/Town Manager

Atherton Eric Grimm 752-0520

Robert Brennan 752-0506

Duncan Jones 752-0532

Jim Robinson 752-0500

East Palo Alto

Rahn Sibley 853-3160

Ronald Davis 853-3160

Anthony Docto 853-3117

Alvin James 853-3100

Menlo Park Lacey Burt 245-8335

Bruce Goitia 330-6300

Harold Schapelhouman

688-8426 Kent Steffens (Int)

330-6610 Portola Valley

Steve Willis 851-1700 ex 18

Sheriff’s Office 364-1811

Armando Muela 851-1594

Howard Young 851-1700 ex 14

Angela Howard 851-1700 ex 15

Redwood City

Jim Skinner 780-7400

Louis Cobarruviaz 780-7124

Gerry Kohlmann 780-7400

Larry Barwacz 780-7464

Ed Everett 780-7300

San Carlos Heidi Morrison 802-4448

Greg Rothaus 802-4228

Doug Fry 802-4255

Parviz Mokhtari 802-4202

Mark Weiss 802-4228

Woodside Janet Keolsch 851-6790

Sheriff’s Office 364-1811

Armando Muela 851-1594

Ken Dewell 851-6790

Susan George 851-6790

Belmont Pat Halleran 595-7430

Don Mattie 595-7400

Doug Fry 802-4254

Ray Davis 595-7425

Jack Crist 595-7408

Burlingame John Parkins 558-7600

Jack Van Etten 777-4124

Don Dornell 558-7600

George Bagdon 558-7230

James Nantel 558-7204

Foster City Tom Reaves 286-3350

Craig Courtin 286-3300

Tom Reaves 286-3350

Ray Towne 286-3270

Jim Hardy 286-3220

Half Moon Bay

Clayton Jolley 726-5213

Don O’keefe 726-8288

Paul Cole Acting 726-5213

Paul Nagengast 726-8260

Marcia Raines 726-8270

Hillsborough Bill Reilly 740-7400

Matt O’Connor 375-7468

Don Dornell 558-7600

Open Anthony Constantouros 375-7400

Millbrae Rick Ortega 259-2400

Tom Hitchcock 259-2300

Dennis Haag 259-2400

Ron Popp 259-2339

Ralph Jaeck 259-2334

San Mateo Tom Murray 522-7910

Susan Manheimer 522-7700

Brian Kelly 522-7900

Larry Patterson 522-7300

Arne Croce 522-7000

Brisbane Randy Breault 415-508-2130

Thomas Hitchcock 415-508-2170

Ron Myers 650-991-8138

Randy Breault 415-508-2130

Clayton Holstine 415-508-2110

Colma Bob Lotti 997-8344

Bob Lotti 997-8344

Geoff Balton 755-5666

Richard Mao 757-8888

Diane McGrath 997-8309

Daly City Matt Lucett 991-8139

Gary McLane 991-8142

Ron Myers 991-8138

Peter Gleichenhaus 991-8038

Patricia Martel 991-8127

Pacifica Fernando Realyvasquez 738-7314

Jim Saunders 738-7314

Ron Myers 991-8138

Scott Homes 738-4660

William Norton (Int) 738-7300

San Bruno Dan Voreyer 616-7096

Neil Telford 616-7142

Dan Voreyer 616-7096

Scott Munns 616-7160

Connie Jackson 616-7056

South San Francisco

Dave Quasney 829-3950

Mark Raffaelli 877-8900

Phil White 829-3950

Terry White 877-8550

Barry Nagel 877-8500


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APPENDIX 4

RADIO CACHE Templates All VHF radio caches are required to have the following channels programmed:

Name Purpose Receive Frequency

Receive Tone

Transmit Frequency Transmit Tone CH

VTac (North) North County VHF Tactical (Repeated) 151.0100 None 159.0600 114.8 1 VTac South) South County VHF Tactical (Repeated) 151.0100 None 159.0600 118.8 2 VTac Direct County Wide VHF Tactical (Car to Car) 151.0100 None 151.0100 114.8 3 CLEMARS 1 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid 154.9200 None 154.9200 114.8 4 CLEMARS 2 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid 154.9350 None 154.9350 114.8 5 NALEMARS National Law Enforcement Mutual Aid 155.4750 None 155.4750 114.8 6 CALCORD California Multi Agency Coordination 156.0750 None 156.0750 114.8 7 Marine 22A Coast Guard - Emergency & On Scene 157.1000 None 157.1000 None 8

Marine 16 Coast Guard - Emergency & Distress Calls 156.8000 None 156.8000 None 9

SAR 1 - 155.160 National Search & Rescue - Ch 1 155.1600 None 155.1600 114.8 10 SAR 2 - 155.220 National Search & Rescue - Ch 2 155.2200 None 155.2200 114.8 11 SAR 3 - 155.265 National Search & Rescue - Ch 3 155.2650 None 155.2650 114.8 12 Midpen OSD Tactical

Midpeninsula Open Space District - Tactical 150.7750 None 150.7750 203.5 13

Midpen OSD Direct Midpeninsula Open Space District - Direct 151.2350 None 151.2350 123.0 14

White 1 Multi Agency Fire Mutual Aid 154.2800 None 154.2800 114.8 15 White 2 Multi Agency Fire Mutual Aid 154.2650 None 154.2650 114.8 16 Control 1A South County Fire Dispatch 153.8900 114.8 159.0750 179.9 17 Control 1B Half Moon Bay Fire Dispatch 154.3400 114.8 159.0750 179.9 18 Control 1C Montara Fire Dispatch 154.1450 114.8 159.0750 179.9 19 Control 1D La Honda Fire Dispatch 154.2350 114.8 159.0750 179.9 20 Control 2 Bayside Fire Secondary 154.3700 114.8 155.7450 162.2 21 Control 3 Coastside Fire Secondary 155.8950 114.8 158.7600 162.2 22 Control 5 Bayside Fire Tactical 156.1050 162.2 156.1050 162.2 23 Control 12 Central County Fire Dispatch 153.7850 156.7 160.1700 156.7 24 Control 13 Central County Fire Secondary 153.9500 114.8 153.9500 114.8 25 Control 14 Central County Fire Tactical 156.0150 114.8 156.0150 114.8 26 Control 21A North County Fire Dispatch 154.1000 114.8 160.0650 114.8 27 Control 21B Pacifica Fire Dispatch 154.4450 114.8 160.0650 114.8 28 Control 22 North County Fire Secondary 155.4000 162.2 155.4000 162.2 29 Control 23 North County Fire Tactical 154.0400 162.2 154.0400 162.2 30 Control 24 Pacifica Fire Secondary 154.0550 162.2 154.0550 162.2 31 Control 25 SSF Fire Dispatch 154.0100 114.8 156.0450 114.8 32


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APPENDIX 4 Continued All Trunked UHF radio caches are required to have the following channels programmed

Ch Zone A TX FREQ. TX PL RX FREQ. RX PL

1 UTAC NORTH 492.4875 167.9 489.4875 167.9 2 UTAC SOUTH 486.4875 179.9 483.4875 179.9 3 LG2 458.325 114.8 453.325 CSQ 4 COCOM 1 Trunk 5 COCOM 2 Trunk 6 COCOM 3 Trunk 7 COCOM 4 Trunk 8 SYCOM 1 Trunk 9 SYCOM 2 Trunk 10 SYCOM 3 Trunk 11 SYCOM 4 Trunk 12 CLEMARS SMPLX 460.025 CSQ 460.025 CSQ 13 LG2 SIMPLEX 453.325 CSQ 453.325 CSQ 14 15 16 CO SIMPLEX 484.4875 114.8 484.4875 114.8

All Conventional UHF radio caches are required to have the following channels programmed

Bank Channel Title Comments Rx Freq RX Tone TX Freq TX Tone

1 1 CWMA County Wide Mutual Aid 488.8875 114.8 491.8875 114.8 1 2 TAC 1 Law Tactical - North County 488.8625 114.8 491.8625 114.8 1 3 TAC 2 Law Tactical - Central County 488.7125 114.8 491.7125 114.8 1 4 TAC 3 Law Tactical - South County 488.5375 114.8 491.5375 114.8 1 5 EPA PD East Palo Alto Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3875 114.8 491.3875 114.8 1 6 HMB PD Half Moon Bay Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3875 173.8 491.3875 173.8 1 7 BRG PD1 Burlingame Law Dispatch - CH 1 489.0875 114.8 492.0875 114.8 1 8 BRG PD2 Burlingame Law Alternate - CH 2 489.5625 114.8 492.5625 114.8 1 9 uTac-N North County UHF Tactical (Repeated) 489.4875 167.9 492.4875 167.9 1 10 uTac-S South County UHF Tactical (Repeated) 483.4875 179.9 486.4875 179.9 1 11 LG2 San Mateo Co. Local Government 2 (Repeated) 453.3250 None 458.3250 114.8 1 12 LG2-D San Mateo Co. Local Government 2 (Direct) 453.3250 None 453.3250 114.8 1 13 BAYMACS Bay Area Mutual Aid Communications - TBND 482.3375 114.8 485.3375 114.8 1 14 BAYMACS Bay Area Mutual Aid Communications - UHF 460.0250 179.9 465.0250 179.9 1 15 CLEMAR4 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid 460.0250 None 460.0250 114.8

1 16 SIMPLEX San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Simplex Freq. 484.4875 114.8 484.4875 114.8


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All Conventional VHF radio caches are required to have the following channels programmed

Channel Display Comments Rx Freq RX Tone TX Freq TX Tone

1 vTac-N North County VHF Tactical (Repeated) 151.0100 None 159.0600 114.8 2 vTac-S South County VHF Tactical (Repeated) 151.0100 None 159.0600 118.8 3 vTac-D County Wide VHF Tactical (Direct) 151.0100 None 151.0100 114.8

4 CLEMAR1 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid

Radio 154.9200 None 154.9200 114.8

5 CLEMAR2 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid

Radio 154.9350 None 154.9350 114.8

6 NALEMAR National Law Enforcement Mutual Aid

Radio 155.4750 None 155.4750 114.8

7 CALCORD California Multi Agency Coordination 156.0750 None 156.0750 114.8 8 MAR 22A Coast Guard - Emergency & On Scene 157.1000 None 157.1000 None 9 MAR 16 Coast Guard - Emergency & Distress Calls 156.8000 None 156.8000 None

10 SAR 1 National Search & Rescue - Ch 1 155.1600 None 155.1600 114.8 11 SAR 2 National Search & Rescue - Ch 2 155.2200 None 155.2200 114.8 12 SAR 3 National Search & Rescue - Ch 3 155.2650 None 155.2650 114.8

13 MIDPN-T Midpeninsula Open Space District - Tactical 150.7750 None 150.7750 203.5

14 MIDPN-D Midpeninsula Open Space District - Direct 151.2350 None 151.2350 123.0 15 White 1 Multi Agency Fire Mutual Aid 154.2800 None 154.2800 114.8 16 White 2 Multi Agency Fire Mutual Aid 154.2650 None 154.2650 114.8


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APPENDIX 5

Standard MCU vehicle equipment

Radios: On Board:

(2) Motorola XTL5000 – UHF (Template Appendix 6) (2) Motorola XTL5000 – VHF (Template Appendix 6) (1) Motorola XTL5000 – 800 MHz. (Template Appendix 6) (1) Motorola CDM1550 – Low Band (Template Appendix 6) (1) Yaseu FT-8800 – Ham Radio (Template Appendix 6) (1) Icom Aircraft Radio (Template Appendix 6) (1) Icom Marine Radio (Template Appendix 6)

Radio Cache:

(9) VHF (see Appendix 4 for template) (8) UHF Conventional (see Appendix 4 for template)

Gateway Wireless LAN Satellite: The vehicles are equipped with a state of the art satellite communications system which will provide high-speed Internet access in the field. The system includes a wireless access point that will allow personnel to work wirelessly outside of the vehicle. Antennas: 16 antenna drops

12 NMO mounts on the roof of the vehicle 4 coax runs to the mast antenna.

Patch Bay

vehicle is equipped with an antenna patch bay where all radios as well as antenna leads terminate. This allows for greater flexibility for plugging in outside radios to the vehicle or shifting radios between the roof & mast antennas.

Tower (retractable) 30ft pneumatic mast Diesel Generator


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APPENDIX 6

MCU Vehicle Templates Trunked UHF

Radio: Motorola XTL5000 Band: UHF - Law Enforcement (Trunk System)

Bank Channel Display Comments Bank Channel Display Comments

1 1 PATPRI Patrol Primary 3 1 CWMA County Wide Mutual Aid 1 2 PATSVC Patrol Services 3 2 TAC 1 Law Enforcement Tactical 1 1 3 SAMT 1 Transit Police 3 3 TAC 2 Law Enforcement Tactical 2 1 4 SHCOM 1 Sheriff's Common 1 3 4 TAC 3 Law Enforcement Tactical 3 1 5 SHCOM 2 Sheriff's Common 2 3 5 ATH PD Atherton Police 1 6 MCF 1 McGuire Jail Primary 3 6 BAYMAC Bay Area Mutual Aid 1 7 MCF 2 McGuire Jail Secondary 3 7 BEL PD Belmont Police 1 8 WCC Women's Jail Primary 3 8 BRD PD Broadmoor Police 1 9 ERT 1 Emergency Response Team 1 3 9 BRG PD Burlingame Police 1 10 TNSCRT Transportation / Court 3 10 BRS PD Brisbane Police

1 11 HOJSEC Hall of Justice Security 3 11 DCY PD Daly City Police 1 12 HOSSEC Hospital Security 3 12 EPA PD East Palo Alto Police 1 13 OES Emergency Services 3 13 FCY PD Foster City Police 1 14 INV 1 Investigations 1 3 14 HMB PD Half Moon Bay Police 1 15 INV 2 Investigation 2 3 15 MIL PD Millbrae Police

1 16 BLANK 3 16 SIMPLEX Sheriff's Office Simplex Channel

Bank Channel Display Comments Bank Channel Display Comments

2 1 COCOM 1 All County Common 1 4 1 MNP PD Menlo Park Police

2 2 COCOM 2 All County Common 2 4 2 PAC PD Pacifica Police 2 3 COCOM 3 All County Common 3 4 3 PALO Palo Alto 2 4 COCOM 4 All County Common 4 4 4 SMO PD San Mateo Police 2 5 LACOM 1 All Law Enforcement Common 1 4 5 SNB PD San Bruno Police 2 6 LACOM 2 All Law Enforcement Common 2 4 6 SNC PD San Carlos Police 2 7 SYCOM1 All System Common 1 4 7 SSF PD South San Francisco Police 2 8 SYSOM2 All System Common 1 4 8 STRAN1 Sam Trans 1 2 9 RCY PD Redwood City Police 4 9 STRAN 2 Sam Trans 2 2 10 ADMIN High Leval Management 4 10 HOSP Hospital Security 2 11 SWAT1 SWAT Team 1 4 11 CLMR CLEMARS 5 2 12 SWAT2 SWAT Team 2 4 12 CLMRTA CLEMARS 4 2 13 HNT Hostige Negotiation Team 4 13 JAIL JAIL Back Up 2 14 NTF 1 Narcotics Task Force 1 4 14 BLANK 2 15 NTF 2 Narcotics Task Force 2 4 15 BLANK

2 16 NTF 3 Narcotics Task Force 3 4 16 BLANK


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APPENDIX 6 (continued)

MCU Vehicle Templates

Conventional UHF

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx Freq RX

Tone TX Freq TX Tone 1 1 CWMA County Wide Mutual Aid 488.8875 114.8 491.8875 114.8 1 2 TAC 1 Law Tactical - North County 488.8625 114.8 491.8625 114.8 1 3 TAC 2 Law Tactical - Central County 488.7125 114.8 491.7125 114.8 1 4 TAC 3 Law Tactical - South County 488.5375 114.8 491.5375 114.8 1 5 ATH PD Atherton Law Dispatch - CH 1 489.0875 162.2 492.0875 162.2 1 6 BEL PD Belmont Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.4875 162.2 491.4875 162.2 1 7 BRS PD Brisbane Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3875 162.2 491.3875 162.2 1 8 BRD PD1 Broadmoor Law Dispatch - CH 1 482.5625 114.8 485.5625 114.8 1 9 BRD PD Broadmoor Law Alternate - CH 2 488.4875 114.8 491.4875 114.8 1 10 BRG PD1 Burlingame Law Dispatch - CH 1 489.0875 114.8 492.0875 114.8

1 11 BRG PD2 Burlingame Law Alternate - CH 2 489.5625 114.8 492.5625 114.8

1 12 Col PD1 Colma Law Dispatch - CH 1 490.9125 167.9 493.9125 167.9 1 13 Col PD2 Colma Law Alternate - CH 2 490.5375 167.9 493.5375 167.9 1 14 DCY PD1 Daly City Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.9375 162.2 491.9375 162.2 1 15 DCY PD2 Daly City Law Alternate - CH 2 489.6125 162.2 492.6125 162.2 1 16 EPA PD East Palo Alto Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3875 114.8 491.3875 114.8 1 17 FCY PD Foster City Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.6125 114.8 491.6125 114.8

1 18 HMB PD Half Moon Bay Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3875 173.8 491.3875 173.8

1 19 HIL PD1 Hillsborough Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3375 114.8 491.3375 114.8

1 20 HIL PD2 Hillsborough Law Alternate - CH 2 484.8625 114.8 487.8625 114.8

1 21 MNP PD Menlo Park Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3375 162.2 491.3375 162.2

1 22 MIL PD Millbrae Law Dispatch - CH 1 489.1375 114.8 492.1375 114.8

1 23 PAC PD Pacifica Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.7375 162.2 491.7375 162.2

1 24 RWC 1 Redwood City Law Alternate - CH 1 484.4875 173.8 487.4875 173.8

1 25 RWC 2 Redwood City Law Alternate - CH 2 488.7875 162.2 491.7875 162.2

1 26 SNB PD San Bruno Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.7875 114.8 491.7875 114.8

1 27 SNC PD San Carlos Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.4875 162.2 491.4875 162.2

1 28 SMO PD1 San Mateo Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.3125 114.8 491.3125 114.8

1 29 SMO PD2 San Mateo Law Alternate - CH 2 482.9875 114.8 485.9875 114.8

1 30 SMO PD3 San Mateo Law Alternate - CH 3 482.9125 114.8 482.9125 114.8

1 31 SSF PD1 South San Francisco Law Dispatch - CH 1 488.4625 114.8 491.4625 114.8

1 32 SSF PD2 South San Francisco Law Alternate - CH 2 490.5875 114.8 493.5875 114.8

1 33 SSF PD3 South San Francisco Law Alternate - CH 3 489.3375 114.8 492.3375 114.8

1 34 CLEMAR5 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid 460.0250 None 465.0250 114.8

1 35 CLEMAR4 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid 460.0250 None 460.0250 114.8

1 36 BAYMACS Bay Area Mutual Aid Communications - UHF 460.0250 179.9 465.0250 179.9

1 37 BAYMACS Bay Area Mutual Aid Communications - TBND 482.3375 114.8 485.3375 114.8

1 38 SIMPLEX San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Simplex Freq. 484.4875 114.8 484.4875 114.8


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VHF 1

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx Freq RX Tone TX Freq TX Tone 1 1 vTac-N North County VHF Tactical (Repeated) 151.0100 None 159.0600 114.8 1 2 vTac-S South County VHF Tactical (Repeated) 151.0100 None 159.0600 118.8 1 3 vTac-D County Wide VHF Tactical (Direct) 151.0100 None 151.0100 114.8

1 4 CLEMAR1 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Radio 154.9200 None 154.9200 114.8

1 5 CLEMAR2 California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Radio 154.9350 None 154.9350 114.8

1 6 NALEMAR National Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Radio 155.4750 None 155.4750 114.8

1 7 CALCORD California Multi Agency Coordination 156.0750 None 156.0750 114.8 1 8 MAR 22A Coast Guard - Emergency & On Scene 157.1000 None 157.1000 None 1 9 MAR 16 Coast Guard - Emergency & Distress Calls 156.8000 None 156.8000 None 1 10 SAR 1 National Search & Rescue - Ch 1 155.1600 None 155.1600 114.8

1 11 SAR 2 National Search & Rescue - Ch 2 155.2200 None 155.2200 114.8

1 12 SAR 3 National Search & Rescue - Ch 3 155.2650 None 155.2650 114.8 1 13 MIDPN-T Midpeninsula Open Space District - Tactical 150.7750 None 150.7750 203.5 1 14 MIDPN-D Midpeninsula Open Space District - Direct 151.2350 None 151.2350 123.0 1 15 White 1 Multi Agency Fire Mutual Aid 154.2800 None 154.2800 114.8

1 16 White 2 Multi Agency Fire Mutual Aid 154.2650 None 154.2650 114.8

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx Freq RX Tone TX Freq TX Tone 2 1 CTRL 1A South County Fire Dispatch 153.8900 114.8 159.0750 179.9

2 2 CRTL 1B Half Moon Bay Fire Dispatch 154.3400 114.8 159.0750 179.9

2 3 CRTL 1C Montara Fire Dispatch 154.1450 114.8 159.0750 179.9 2 4 CRTL 1D La Honda Fire Dispatch 154.2350 114.8 159.0750 179.9 2 5 CRTL 2 Bayside Fire Secondary 154.3700 114.8 155.7450 162.2 2 6 CRTL 3 Coastside Fire Secondary 155.8950 114.8 158.7600 162.2 2 7 CRTL 5 Bayside Fire Tactical 156.1050 162.2 156.1050 162.2 2 8 CRTL 12 Central County Fire Dispatch 153.7850 156.7 160.1700 156.7 2 9 CRTL 13 Central County Fire Secondary 153.9500 114.8 153.9500 114.8 2 10 CRTL 14 Central County Fire Tactical 156.0150 114.8 156.0150 114.8 2 11 CRTL 21A North County Fire Dispatch 154.1000 114.8 160.0650 114.8 2 12 CRTL 21B Pacifica Fire Dispatch 154.4450 114.8 160.0650 114.8 2 13 CRTL 22 North County Fire Secondary 155.4000 162.2 155.4000 162.2 2 14 CRTL 23 North County Fire Tactical 154.0400 162.2 154.0400 162.2 2 15 CRTL 24 Pacifica Fire Secondary 154.0550 162.2 154.0550 162.2 2 16 CRTL 25 SSF Fire Dispatch 154.0100 114.8 156.0450 114.8 2 17 White 1 Multi Agency Mutual Aid 154.2800 None 154.2800 114.8 2 18 White 2 Multi Agency Mutual Aid 154.2650 None 154.2650 114.8 2 19 White 3 Multi Agency Mutual Aid 154.2950 None 154.2950 114.8 2 20 CALCORD Multi Agency Coordination 156.0750 None 156.0750 114.8

2 21 CRTL 32 General Fire Tactical (White-4) 153.8300 None 153.8300 114.8


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VHF 2

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx Freq RX Tone TX Freq TX Tone 3 1 CDF L-2 CDF Local - Allen Peak 151.3700 167.9 159.2850 123.0 3 2 CDF L-5 CDF Local - Belawski 151.3700 167.9 159.2850 146.2 3 3 CDF L-6 CDF Local - Chalks 151.3700 167.9 159.2850 156.7 3 4 CDF L-8 CDF Local - Pise 151.3700 167.9 159.2850 103.5 3 5 CDF L-11 CDF Local - Mt. Allison 151.3700 167.9 159.2850 114.8 3 6 CDF Dir CDF Direct 151.3700 167.9 151.3700 167.9 3 7 MrgnHil CDF - Mt Allison 151.4450 None 159.3450 136.5 3 8 CDF T-1 CDF Statewide Tac 1 151.1450 None 151.1450 None 3 9 CDF T-2 CDF Statewide Tac 2 151.1600 None 151.1600 None 3 10 CDF T-3 CDF Statewide Tac 3 (San Mateo) 151.1750 None 151.1750 None 3 11 CDF T-4 CDF Statewide Tac 4 151.1900 None 151.1900 None 3 12 CDF T-5 CDF Statewide Tac 5 151.2500 None 151.2500 None 3 13 CDF T-6 CDF Statewide Tac 6 (Santa Clara) 151.3250 None 151.3250 None 3 14 CDF T-7 CDF Statewide Tac 7 151.3400 None 151.3400 None 3 15 CDF T-8 CDF Statewide Tac 8 151.3700 None 151.3700 None 3 16 CDF T-9 CDF Statewide Tac 9 151.3850 None 151.3850 None 3 17 CDF T-10 CDF Statewide Tac 10 (Santa Clara) 151.4000 None 151.4000 None 3 18 CDF T-11 CDF Statewide Tac 11 151.4450 None 151.4450 None 3 19 CDF T-12 CDF Statewide Tac 12 151.4600 None 151.4600 None 3 20 CDF T-13 CDF Statewide Tac 13 151.4750 None 151.4750 None 3 21 Air T-1 CDF Airplane & Helicopter Dispatch 168.6250 None 168.6250 None 3 22 Air T-2 CDF Air to Ground Common 170.0000 None 170.0000 None 3 23 Air T-3 CDF Air to Ground (RED) 151.2200 None 151.2200 None 3 24 Air T-4 CDF Airplane & Helicopter Tac (Blue) 151.2800 None 151.2800 None 3 25 Air T-5 CDF Airplane & Helicopter Tac (Green) 151.2950 None 151.2950 None 3 26 Air T-6 CDF Airplane & Helicopter Tac (Yellow) 151.3100 None 151.3100 None 3 27 Air T-7 CDF Airplane & Helicopter Tac 151.2725 None 151.2725 None 3 28 Air T-8 CDF Airplane & Helicopter Tac 151.2875 None 151.2875 None 3 29 TRVL-N Travel Net North (Coast to Cascade) 169.1250 None 168.3250 167.9 3 30 TRVL-S Travel Net South (Sierra's South) 169.1250 None 168.3250 103.5

3 31 CDF 1 CDF Command 1 151.3550 None 159.3000 110.9

3 32 CDF 2 CDF Command 2 151.2650 None 159.3300 131.8

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx Freq RX Tone TX Freq TX Tone 4 1 BAYMACS BAYMACS (VHF) 155.4750 156.7 150.7900 156.7 4 2 CESRS-1 CESRS - Mt. Tamalpais 153.7550 192.8 154.9800 131.8 4 3 CESRS-2 CESRS - Loma Prieta 153.7550 192.8 154.9800 110.9 4 4 CESRS-3 CESRS - Mt. Diablo 153.7550 192.8 154.9800 156.7 4 5 CESRS-4 CESRS Bay Area Back Up 153.7550 192.8 154.9800 203.5 4 6 CESRS-D CESRS Direct 153.7550 192.8 154.9800 192.8 4 7 Fire 1B FIREMARS - Mt. Diablo 154.1600 None 159.1950 103.5 4 8 Fire 2A FIREMARS - Loma Prieta 154.2200 None 159.1350 123.0 4 9 CLERS CLERS - Mt. Diablo 154.7100 123.0 155.6700 123.0

4 10 CLERS-D CLERS Direct 154.7100 123.0 154.7100 123.0


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Low Band

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx

Freq RX

Tone TX Freq TX Tone 1 1 Red Primary (Nationwide) 47.4200 None 47.4200 114.8 1 2 Black Secondary 47.5000 None 47.5000 114.8 1 3 Tan Alternate 47.4600 None 47.4600 114.8 1 4 Yellow Backup 47.6600 None 47.6600 114.8 1 5 Orange Tactical 1 47.5400 None 47.5400 114.8 1 6 Blue Tactical 2 47.6200 None 47.6200 114.8

1 7 Purple Tacticla 3 47.5800 None 47.5800 114.8

Bank Channel Display Comments Rx

Freq RX

Tone TX Freq TX Tone 2 1 Emerald Santa Rosa Area 42.8800 131.8 42.2000 131.8 2 2 Grape Napa Area 42.4200 131.8 42.6600 131.8 2 3 Violet Marin & Golden Gate Area 42.1600 131.8 42.6400 131.8 2 4 Pink San Francisco Area 42.4400 131.8 42.7600 131.8 2 5 Bronze Oakland Area 42.1200 131.8 42.4000 131.8 2 6 Amber Redwood City Area 42.0800 131.8 42.8200 131.8 2 7 Ruby San Jose Area 42.5000 131.8 42.2800 131.8 2 8 Aqua Hayward Area (Union City) 42.6200 131.8 42.8400 131.8 2 9 Turquoise Solano Area (Fairfield) 42.6000 131.8 42.0200 131.8 2 10 Maroon Conta Costa Area (Martinez) 42.9200 131.8 42.7400 131.8 2 11 Ivory Golden Gate DART Team 45.0200 131.8 45.0200 131.8 2 12 Blue State Wide Net 42.3400 131.8 42.1800 131.8 2 13 Tac 1 Tactical Net 1 44.8600 None 44.8600 131.8 2 14 Tac 2 Tactical Net 2 45.9400 None 45.9400 131.8 2 15 Tac 3 Tactical Net 3 44.9400 None 44.9400 131.8 2 16 Tac 4 Tactical Net 4 45.0200 None 45.0200 131.8

2 17 Tac 5 Tactical Net 5 45.0600 None 45.0600 131.8


Version 01/16/07




800 MHz

Bank Channel Display Bank Channel Display 1 1 PD A1 3 1 ICALL 1 2 EPD A2 3 2 I Tac-1 1 3 PD A3 3 3 I Tac-2 1 4 PD A4 3 4 I tac-3 1 5 PD A5 3 5 Hi Law 1 6 PD A6 3 6 Hi Fire 1 7 PD A7 3 7 Low Law 1 8 PD A8 3 8 Low Fire 1 9 PD A9 3 9 OES-1 1 10 PD A10 3 10 OES-2

1 11 PD A11 3 11 SFO-2

1 12 PD A12 3 12 SFO-3 1 13 PD A13 3 13 PD TA-1 1 14 PD A14 3 14 PD TA-2 1 15 SC OFF 3 15 PS TA 1 16 Tow Desk 3 16

Bank Channel Display Bank Channel Display

2 1 FD A1 4 1 Event-1

2 2 FD A2 4 2 Event-2

2 3 FD A3 4 3 REGROUP 2 4 FD A4 4 4 SEVT-1 2 5 FD A5 4 5 SEVT-2 2 6 FD A6 4 6 SEVT-3 2 7 FD A7 4 7 Tac-2 2 8 FD A8 4 8 Tac-3 2 9 FD A9 4 9 Tac-4 2 10 FD A 10 4 10 PD BIS 2 11 FD A 11 4 11 PEVT BIG 2 12 FD A 12 4 12 2 13 FD A 13 4 13 2 14 FD A 14 4 14 2 15 FD A 15 4 15 2 16 FD A 16 4 16

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APPENDIX 7



ATTACHMENT 1

San Mateo Fire Services Policies And Standards Manual

Title: Frequency Assignment & Usage

Policy No. 1998-05 Adopted 12/28/00 Revised 02/01/07

Purpose: The purpose of this policy is to establish a standard procedure for

the use of radio frequencies. Policy: It is the policy of the San Mateo County Fire Chiefs that all fire

companies follow the procedures for radio frequency usage outlined in this policy.

Background: Procedures: San Mateo County has numerous channels available for both operations and tactical assignments. These channels including their definitions, uses, zones and areas are defined below. Control 1a primary repeated South zone Bayside Control 1b primary repeated South zone Half Moon Bay Control 1c primary repeated South zone Point Montara Control 1d primary repeated South zone La Honda Control 2 secondary repeated South Zone Bayside Control 3 secondary repeated South Zone Central Coast tactical repeated South Zone Central Coast Control 5 tactical simplex South Zone Bayside Control 12 primary repeated Central Zone Control 13 secondary simplex Central Zone Control 14 tactical simplex Central Zone Control 21 primary repeated North Zone Control 22 secondary repeated North Zone Bayside Control 23 tactical simplex North Zone Bayside Control 24 secondary simplex North Zone Pacifica tactical simplex North Zone Pacifica White 1 command simplex Statewide Multi-Agency only



tactical simplex Statewide Multi-Agency only base, mobile and portable use. White 2 tactical simplex Statewide Multi-Agency only

Restricted to mobile and portable use White 3 tactical simplex Statewide Multi-Agency only

mobile and portable use only Control 31A data simplex North County Control 31B data simplex South County Control 32 tactical simplex Nationwide Multi-Agency only

Restricted to mobile and portable use Note: See operating frequency information on table below. Channel Usage: Primary Channels Used for assigning and tracking apparatus and communicating with IC’s Secondary Channels Used for multi-apparatus responses other than full assignments, special/extended incidents and administrative radio traffic. Tactical Channels Used for full assignments and above (Battalion Chief included). PSC’s reception coverage is limited due to the restriction of mobile/portable use only. Channel Assignments The most appropriate Secondary or Tactical channel is automatically assigned upon dispatch. Wildland assignments utilize White 2 or 3 to facilitate potential communications with non-San Mateo County apparatus. The Incident Commander should consider requesting additional Tactical Channels as the scale of event increases. The IC should ensure that sufficient command personnel are present, and that each Section Chief, Division Leader and/or Group Supervisor has an adequate supply of radios to support a change to the communications plan. Verbiage Clear text shall be used when operating on Fire Channels. Allowable exceptions are:

10-4, Code 2, Code 3, Priority 1, Priority 3 Field units calling Public Safety Communications will state the channel they are on followed by their identifier. Example: "Control 1, Engine 7" OR "Control 21, Engine 95"



Field units are operating on White 1 or other shared channels will refer to Public Safety Communications as "San Mateo County Fire Control", or "San Mateo County” then state the channel they are on. Example: "San Mateo County Fire Control, Engine 2 on White 1" OR "San Mateo County, Engine 13 on White 1" Personnel requiring contact with a specific person in a Company shall call the assignment that the individual occupies. Example:

“Operator 23, Engine 23” OR

“Rider 23, Operator 23” Valid call signs include: Engine (for Captain) Operator (for Operator / Engineer) Rider (jump seat rider) Tiller (tiller operator)



PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENT OR APPARATUS TYPE

ON AIR IDENTIFIER CAD IDENTIFIER (San Bruno as the example)

Battalion Chief / Duty Battalion BC16

Battalion Chief / EMS Med MED16

Battalion Chief / Extra staffing (not recommendable)

Battalion BC16A BC16B BC16C

Battalion Chief / Extra staffing (recommendable)

Battalion BC116

Battalion Chief / Special Ops Special Ops SO16

Beach Rescue Beach Rescue BR16

Breathing Support Breathing Support BS16

Chief Chief CH16

Chief / Assistant or Deputy Chief CH16A

Communications / IDT Comm COM16

Hazmat Hazmat HM16

Mechanic Repair REP16

Fire Marshal Prevention PR16

Deputy Fire Marshal Assistant Fire Marshal Fire Inspectors

Prevention PR16A PR16B PR16C PR16D

Quint Quint Q16

Rescue Rescue R16

Training Training TO16

Truck Truck T16

Type 1 Engine Engine E16

Type 3 Engine Engine E316

Type 4 Engine Patrol P16

Utility Utility U16

Water Tender Water Tender WT16



San Mateo Fire Operating Frequencies

Name Purpose Mobile RX Mobile TX Receive Tone Transmit Tone Ctrl-1A South County dispatch 153.890 114.8 159.075 179.9Ctrl-1B Half Moon Bay dispatch 154.340 114.8 159.075 179.9Ctrl-1C Montara dispatch 154.145 114.8 159.075 179.9Ctrl-1D La Honda dispatch 154.235 114.8 159.075 179.9 Ctrl-2 Bayside secondary 154.370 114.8 155.745 162.2Ctrl-3 Coast side secondary 155.895 114.8 158.760 162.2Ctrl-5 Bayside tactical 156.105 162.2 156.105 162.2 Ctrl-12 Central County dispatch 153.785 156.7 160.170 156.7

Ctrl-13 Central County secondary 153.950 114.8 153.950 114.8

Ctrl-14 Central County tactical 156.015 114.8 156.015 114.8 Ctrl-21 North County dispatch 154.100 114.8 160.065 114.8Ctrl-22 North County secondary 155.400 162.2 155.400 162.2Ctrl-23 North County tactical 154.040 162.2 154.040 162.2Ctrl-24 Pacifica secondary 154.055 162.2 154.055 162.2 White-1 Multi-agency mutual aid 154.280 csq 154.280 114.8White-2 Multi-agency mutual aid 154.265 csq 154.265 114.8White-3 Multi-agency mutual aid 154.295 csq 154.295 114.8 CALCORD 156.075 csq 156.075 114.8 Ctrl-31A North County MST 155.325 192.8 155.325 192.8Ctrl-31B South County MST 155.325 156.7 155.325 156.7Ctrl-32 General tactical 153.830 csq 153.830 114.8

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