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Jihadi Graphics and Images
"Message Forums on the internet have become the prime method of communication for terrorist groups and sympathizers. They range from "legitimate"ideological religious and political groups, such as the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), Al Muhajiroun, linked to the teachings of the radical Muslim cleric Abu-Hamzaal Masri to; insurgent groups and sympathizers, disseminating information on bomb making, computer hacking and software piracy. They decorate their messages with graphics and artwork honoring their martyrs and sometimes providing insights to their plans or intentions. Some of these graphics and pictures can be useful indicators of terrorist activities or sympathizers, or to help the anti-terrorism investigator identify trends and "badguys." This presentation will focus on those found on insurgent websites and message boards, what they are and what they may mean in an effort to increase your familiarity."
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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USA Patriot Act: Preserving Life and Liberty [website]
This website outlines how the USA Patriot Act has allowed the United States to preserve Life and Liberty by providing appropriate tools required to intercept and obstruct terrorism. "The government's success in preventing another catastrophic attack on the American homeland since September 11, 2001, would have been much more difficult, if not impossible, without the USA Patriot Act. The authorities Congress provided have substantially enhanced our ability to prevent, investigate, and prosecute acts of terror."
United States. Department of Justice
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National Incident Management System [website]
This website provides information on the National Incident Management System (NIMS). "Developed by the Secretary of Homeland Security at the request of the President, the National Incident Management System (NIMS) integrates effective practices in emergency response into a comprehensive national framework for incident management. The NIMS will enable responders at all levels to work together more effectively and efficiently to manage domestic incidents no matter what the cause, size or complexity, including catastrophic acts of terrorism and disasters. Federal agencies also are required to use the NIMS framework in domestic incident management and in support of state and local incident response and recovery activities." The site provides links to frequently asked questions, the NIMS Implementation Letter to the Governors, a NIMS Fact Sheet, and other documents concerning the system.
United States. Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Building a Toolbox for a Risk-based Decision Making Within Your Organization
This paper explores how an organization can determine what types of risk assessment tools and uses for those tools are most suitable for its specific applications. The paper does not, however, focus on describing which tool works best in which situation.
United States. Coast Guard
Macesker, Bert; Dolph, Brian
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Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV'S)
The role of the Research and Development (R&D) Center in exploiting technology is to anticipate future needs, to create ideas, and insert new technologies. Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV's) as a platform for various sensors is one Such technology with the potential to close the gaps in Coast Guard performance as well as enhancing current mission capabilities.
United States. Coast Guard
Tripp, Scot T.
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Quick-reference Guide to Risk-based Decision Making (RBDM): A Step-by-step Example of the RBDM Process in the Field
"This paper provides a quick review of RBDM, using a practical example from the field to illustrate the RBDM process. It also provides a step-by-step guide to the RBDM process for future reference." Also detailed in this document are models of risk-based decision making and a look at how risk projection processes can be fully implemented.
United States. Coast Guard
Myers, Joseph; Macesker, Bert
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U.S. Department of State: September 11th Attack and Its Aftermath (2001)
This page provides links to remarks and press releases issued by the Department of State and the White House following the terrorist attacks of September 11th.
United States. Department of State. Bureau of Public Affairs
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Economic Research Service: Briefing Room: Agriculture Biotechnology [website]
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this site offers the latest in publications, products, research, news, and related topics for biotechnology.
United States. Department of Agriculture. Economic Research Service
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Your Passport to a Safe Trip Abroad
This booklet was developed to help individuals avoid pitfalls while traveling overseas. It contains security reminders to assist individuals in planning for
their trip; however, it isn't a substitute for a Defensive Travel Briefing that all affiliates who are traveling abroad are required to receive.
United States. Office of the National Counterintelligence Executive
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Observing Al Qaeda Through the Lens of Complexity Theory: Recommendations for the National Strategy to Defeat Terrorism
"Al Qaeda's attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11th, 2003 showed the World that a complex network of individuals, small groups and organizations coupled by a common sense of purpose and enabled by globalization could deliver a devastating attack upon the most powerful nation on Earth. This paper examines al Qaeda through the lens of Complexity Theory, which shows that this organization is a complex adaptive system that emerged as an agent of change within the strategic system of nation states. To defeat al Qaeda, or other complex global terrorist networks, traditional military strategies reliant on nation state frameworks and determination of centers of gravity and decisive points may not be sufficient. Using the characteristics of Complexity Theory, this paper identifies major inputs to expand the current strategy to defeat terrorism."
Army War College (U.S.). Center for Strategic Leadership
Beech, Michael F.
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State and Local Approaches: Erie County, New York: Response Readiness Emergency Preparedness Team
The Erie County Response Readiness Emergency Preparedness Team was established in September, 2001. Its mission is to design and implement plans for training, equipping and positioning the Country's emergency responders, as well as the citizens of Erie County and surrounding areas, for an effective response to natural or man-made disasters. This document outlines the initiative with regard to public health, emergency services, and infrastructure protection.
United States. Office of Justice Programs. Office for Domestic Preparedness
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Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) [website]
OSAC was created to foster the exchange of information between the U.S. government and the American private sector, including American colleges and universities. One method is through an effective security communication network. The OSAC site provides several security guidelines for American enterprises and businesses abroad, as well American families living abroad.
United States. Department of State. Overseas Security Advisory Council
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Federal Specification for the Star-of-Life Ambulance
This document supersedes KKK-A-1822D, dated November 1, 1994; and includes numerous changes intended to provide for a more reliable, functional, and safer ambulance. Further, this revision includes notes, notices, and warnings to inform purchasers of particularly important areas that can directly impact safety, reliability, and the ability of the ambulance to complete its mission.
United States. General Services Administration
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Serve.gov [website]
"Serve.gov is built upon the belief that ordinary people can come together and achieve extraordinary things when given the proper tools. This initiative aims to both expand the impact of existing organizations by engaging new volunteers in their work and encourage volunteers to develop their own 'do-it-yourself' projects. If we want to realize change in our communities, we've got to be in it for the long haul, and it starts with each of us. Serve.gov is managed by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency charged with promoting and fostering volunteering and national service in America."
Corporation for National and Community Service (U.S.)
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Protecting Key Assets
This document is part of The National Strategy for the Physical Protection of Critical Infrastructures and Key Assets. This document outlines what must be done to safeguard the various categories of key assets. Key assets represent a broad array of unique facilities, sites, and structures whose disruption or destruction could have significant consequences across multiple dimensions. The sites and structures that make up this key asset category typically draw large amounts of tourism and frequent media attention factors that impose additional protection challenges. Another category of key assets includes facilities and structures that represent our national economic power and technological advancement.
United States. White House Office
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Fact Sheet: Making America Safer by Strengthening Our Intelligence Capabilities
This fact sheet outlines President Bush's decision to create the new position of National Intelligence Director (NID) and to establish a National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC). The NID will serve as the President's principal intelligence advisor and the head of the intelligence community. The NID's authorities and responsibilities will further enhance the ability of the intelligence community to give the President and his advisors an integrated intelligence product on threats to national security. The NCTC will be responsible for analyzing and integrating foreign and domestic intelligence acquired from all U.S. Government departments and agencies pertaining to terrorism.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
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Architect of the Capitol [website]
The Architect of the Capitol is responsible to the United States Congress for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, which includes the Capitol, the congressional office buildings, the Library of Congress buildings, the Supreme Court building, the U.S. Botanic Garden, the Capitol Power Plant, and other facilities. The site contains current project information and online resources.
United States. Architect of the Capitol
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Department of the Interior: Office of Acquisition and Property Management [website]
The Office of Acquisition and Property Management provides executive level leadership in the areas of acquisition and Federal assistance (grants and cooperative agreements); real, museum and personal property; government furnished quarters; space management; energy efficiency, water conservation, and renewable energy programs; motor vehicle fleet management; alternative fueled vehicles; integrated charge card program; and electronic commerce and related automated systems.
United States. Department of the Interior
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Operation Weed and Seed Fact Sheet
This fact sheet provides information on 'Operation Weed and Seed,' a U.S. Department of Justice community-based initiative, which is an innovative and comprehensive multi-agency approach to law enforcement, crime prevention, and community revitalization. The strategy involves a two-pronged approach: law enforcement agencies and prosecutors cooperate in "weeding out" criminals who participate in violent crime and drug abuse; while "seeding" brings human services to the area, encompassing prevention, intervention, treatment, and neighborhood revitalization. This document provides information on the role of the United States attorney, official recognition, evaluation, oversight, and funding.
United States. Office of Justice Programs. Community Capacity Development Office
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National Association of EMS Physicians [website]
The National Association of EMS Physicians is an organization of physicians and other professionals partnering to provide leadership in hospital emergency medical services. The site contains several documents and publications, as well as information for the EMS industry.
National Association of EMS Physicians (U.S.)
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Nebraska Emergency Management Agency [website]
NEMA oversees emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts throughout Nebraska. The site contains news and events, state homeland security publications, and training information. NEMA also coordinates the state Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program (REP), which develops emergency plans for the state's two nuclear power plants. It also contains other useful links to state and national emergency sites.
Nebraska Emergency Management Agency
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U.S. Air Force Installation Force Protection Guide
The purpose of this document is to provide general guidance on force protection issues for the planning, design, and construction of Air Force installations and facilities to reduce the vulnerability of Air Force personnel to terrorist attacks. It is intended to raise the level of awareness among commanders, planners, designers, engineers, security personnel, and facility users to the issues of force protection that must be considered to minimize loss of personnel and property by planning for force protection and implementing physical security measures as the threat increases.
United States. Department of the Air Force
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Role of the Federal Government in Public Safety Wireless Interoperability
"This guide is directed at Federal Government leaders but is intended to assist all levels of government in understanding the role that the Federal Government can take in improving public safety interoperability. Describing the Federal Government as a enabler of interoperability, the guide provides examples of several activities the Federal Government is currently undertaking to improve public safety communications."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. SAFECOM
United States. Public Safety Wireless Network Program
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Public Safety Wireless Communications Interoperability Guide
"This guide defines public safety interoperability and explains the key issues causing interoperability problems in clear, concise terms. The guide is endorsed by the International Association of Fire Chiefs, the National Association of State EMS Directors, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. SAFECOM
United States. Public Safety Wireless Network Program
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Public Safety Radio Communications on Tribal Lands: A Summary
"This report summarizes the Public Safety Radio Communications on Tribal Lands assessment. The purpose of the assessment was to gain an understanding of public safety interoperable communications on tribal lands. The report gives an overview of the state of land mobile radio communications and interoperability for the 12 tribal nations that were assessed."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. SAFECOM
United States. Public Safety Wireless Network Program
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Interoperability Today - Volume 1
"The Office for Interoperability and Compatibility (OIC) and SAFECOM, a program of OIC, have launched a quarterly newsletter entitled Interoperability Today. The newsletter will cover relevant topics pertaining to public safety interoperability in three focus areas " communications, equipment, and training. The inaugural issue includes a profile of Chris Essid, Interoperability Coordinator for the Commonwealth of Virginia; a column on interoperability efforts during the Super Bowl, written by SAFECOM Executive Committee Member Marilyn Ward; and an overview of the Interoperability Continuum. Interoperability Today will be distributed to key stakeholders and posted here on the SAFECOM Web site."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. SAFECOM
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Public Safety Radio Spectrum: A Vital Resource for Saving Lives and Protecting Property
"This guide produced in 2000 is an update of the Public Safety and Radio Spectrum Guide that was previously prepared by the PSWN Program. It stresses the importance of radio spectrum to public safety missions and discusses how radio spectrum for public safety use has changed since the original Public Safety and Radio Spectrum Guide was produced in 1998."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. SAFECOM
United States. Public Safety Wireless Network Program
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Explosive Devices
"This module provides individuals with the knowledge needed to recognize potential hazards and explosive devices, to include basic device type and design, device construction methods, and the components of improvised explosive devices. Additionally, the effects of explosive devices and when to initiate evacuation are discussed. The module also examines safety during explosive incidents and demonstrates how one might become a target for the terrorists secondary device."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Office for Domestic Preparedness
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George Washington University: Institute for Crisis, Disaster and Risk Management [website]
"The goal of The Institute for Crisis, Disaster, and Risk Management is to improve the disaster, emergency, and crisis management plans, actions and decisions of government, corporate, and not-for-profit organizations by transforming theory into practice. The Institute's objectives are to create and teach courses in crisis, disaster, and risk management; conduct research, and create knowledge through its research activities; and disseminate knowledge through education al programs, professional forums, and workshops. The Institute faculty and staff work to facilitate exchanges of crisis management information, knowledge, and best practices among all sectors. The Institute is engaged in both domestic and international endeavors."
George Washington University. Institute for Crisis, Disaster and Risk Management
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Clinton Administration's Policy on Critical Infrastructure Protection: Presidential Decision Directive 63 [Factsheet and White Paper]
White Paper on PDD 63, prefaced by a fact sheet on PDD 63. "This White Paper explains key elements of the Clinton Administration's policy on critical infrastructure protection. It is intended for dissemination to all interested parties in both the private and public sectors. It will also be used in U.S. Government professional education institutions, such as the National Defense University and the National Foreign Affairs Training Center, for course work and exercises on interagency practices and procedures. Wide dissemination of this unclassified White Paper is encouraged by all agencies of the U.S. Government."
United States. White House Office
