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Rules on the Use of Force by DoD Personnel Providing Support to Law Enforcement Agencies Conducting Counterdrug Operations in the United States
"This instruction establishes and provides rules regarding the use of force by DOD personnel during military operations that provide support to law enforcement agencies (LEAs) conducting CD operations in the United States. This includes the land area, internal waters, territorial sea, and airspace of the 50 states of the United States, as well as that of US territories, possessions, and commonwealths."
United States. Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
2000-05-31
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International Transfer of US Defense-Related Technology and Munitions
This instruction implements the references and establishes Joint Staff procedures for reviewing the international transfer of US Defense-related technology. DOD policy is to treat defense-related technology as a valuable, limited national security resource, to be husbanded and invested in pursuit of national security objectives. Consistent with this policy and in recognition of the importance of international trade to a strong US defense industrial base, the Department of Defense will apply export controls in a way that minimally interferes with the conduct of legitimate trade and scientific endeavor. Within the DOD review process, the Joint Staff, in coordination with the combatant commanders, represents the operational interest and perspective of the war fighter. Issues in technology transfer and specific proposals for the transfer of defense related technology, goods, or services are evaluated at The Joint Staff and unified command level from the perspective of providing the best military advice possible to the National Command Authorities and from the viewpoint of the potential impact on operations and war fighting.
United States. Department of Defense
2000-03-01
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White House Commission on Aviation Safety and Security: Final Report to President Clinton
In 1996, the crash of Trans World Airlines Flight 800 off New York raised national concern about the safety and security of civil aviation. In response, President Clinton created the White House Commission on Aviation Safety and Security, which was chaired by Vice President Gore. The Commission issued an initial report on September 9, 1996, with 20 specific recommendations for improving aviation security. On February 12, 1997, the Commission issued its Final Report with 57 recommendations pertaining to aviation safety, security, air traffic control, and disaster response.
White House Commission on Aviation Safety and Security (U.S.)
1997-02-12
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1999: Shipbuilding
The U.S. shipbuilding industry continues to lead the world in the
design and construction of advanced military vessels. The United States
is not now, nor has it historically been, a major producer of commercial
passenger or cargo ships, however. There will be no significant growth
in the commercial market for U.S. shipyards, and protectionist policies,
such as the Jones Act, are not effective in sustaining the industry. The
U.S. shipbuilding industry has capacity well in excess of the need for
military ships. As shipyards merge and the U.S. Navy reaches its 300-
ship standard, military vessels will become increasingly expensive. One
means to expand competition and to bring to bear advanced business
processes is for major systems integrators to team with shipyards to
produce the military vessels required in the 21st century.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
1999
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1999: Education
Education is a key element of U.S. national power. It is perhaps the
most vital component in that it imparts the knowledge, skills, critical
thinking, and basic citizenship tools needed for a motivated, creative, and
productive U.S. workforce. The Information Age has propelled the
nation into a highly competitive and dynamic economic and political
environment. If the United States is to maintain its starring role on the
world stage, its education system must keep in step with the ever-
changing requirements for individual and organization success. As a
vital foundation of the nation, it must be constantly assessed and
adequately resourced. The debate on the quality of U.S. education is an
ongoing process, one that promises to continue well into the next
century.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
1999
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1999: Transportation
The transportation industry serves to mobilize the U.S. economy and
provides critical links to the rest of the world. Transportation has
undergone a major transformation, with speed, in-transit visibility, and
value-added logistics highlighted as the hallmarks of the revolution. Air
carriers have globalized through code sharing, and container shippers
have responded by creating their own alliances. The increasingly
international nature of the industry has created challenges for the U.S.
government, which relies on contractual links to the transportation
industry for surge sea and airlift capacity. Transportation is a thriving
sector, one in which the United States faces world-class competition.
The United States has an edge in many areas, but chronic underfunding
in surface infrastructure has dulled the advantage.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
1999
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1999: Services
Traditional definitions of the "services industry" no longer capture
the enormous range of non-manufacturing and non-agricultural activity
occurring in the global economy. Fully 75 percent of the U.S. economy
is now service-based, and 7 of every 10 employees are defined as service
workers. Services are not restricted to any industry, but occur in all
industries. They are anything that adds value, improves responsiveness,
reduces cost, allows risk taking, and increases competitiveness. Global
economic and quality competition, stockholder demands for increased
profits, and pressures to reduce government spending have caused the
service phenomenon. As corporations and government entities
concentrate on core competencies, service providers perform those
necessary services that are outside of core areas. A large segment of the
services industry already supports the Department of Defense (DOD),
and this will continue to grow. There are still significant challenges to
the DOD in defining core competencies and overcoming a culture that is
grounded in ownership, and in command and control of people and
assets.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
1999
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Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001: A Compilation of Data
Like every other organization and individual in the United States, the FBI has struggled to comprehend the events of September 11, 2001. Apart from investigating the crime scenes in New York City (the World Trade Center); Somerset County, Pennsylvania; and Arlington County, Virginia (the Pentagon); following leads, and addressing a myriad of concerns resulting from these attacks, the FBI through its Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program has struggled with how to report the data to the public. The FBI recognizes that the UCR Program must evolve to be able to capture the crimes of this modern era. As it currently exists, the UCR Program is limited in its ability to report the offenses committed at the World Trade Center, in the airways above Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon. Recognizing the limitations of the Program, yet also recognizing that many agencies and researchers will have a specific, nontraditional application for the statistical data associated with these offenses, the FBI has compiled this special report.
United States. Federal Bureau of Investigation
2002
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1999: Strategic Materials
This is a comparative study of national strategic materials policy
from the perspective of U.S. national security and, therefore, contains a
certain bias. The Committee concentrated on the traditional material of
steel and aluminum and on the advanced materials of ceramics,
polymers, composites, and the "smarts." The findings fall into three
broad categories. First, The United States, Canada, and the European
Union still have the remnants of the Cold War's (1945-1989) strategic
materials policyJ Second, Belgium, Poland, and Spain are conscious of
the strategic nature of selected materials, but appear unsure as to "who"
in their country or region can be the most reliable provider of strategic
material products. Third, there is a general recognition that the return of
the "global commons;" the occasional natural disasters; the apparent
world climate changes; the pollution of the habitat; and the growth,
urbanization, and migration of the world's population directly affect all
aspects of the entire life cycle of minerals, metals and materials, both
traditional and advanced.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
1999
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1997: Agribusiness
This report analyzes the U.S. agribusiness industry, beginning with a
general description of the industry and its current condition, followed by
an analysis of trends, outlooks, and conclusions related to five major
challenges that this industry must carry into the next century: feeding a
growing world population, ensuring food safety, leveraging technology,
protecting the environment, and defining government's appropriate role.
The report closes with recommendations to enhance the industry's
already vigorous state. The content reflects recurring themes heard
throughout our classroom studies, research, field visits in the United
States and Russia, and interviews with government officials and industry
representatives.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
Abbott, Gerald
1997
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1997: Aircraft
The aircraft industry is essential to the nation's power and economic
health. Although the market for commercial aircraft is growing, the
requirement for large numbers of military aircraft is declining,
compelling manufacturers to reevaluate their market strategies. Leading
aircraft manufacturers in the United States and Europe are preparing for
the future by sharpening their focus, identifying core competencies, and
shedding excess capacity. Innovative approaches include cost reductions,
outsourcing and offshore production, and the benefits of information
technology. Many have formed alliances to counter the high cost and
risk of aircraft production, and are collaborating in the development of
new systems. Though U.S. companies lead the world aircraft market,
aggressive competition from European manufacturers is forcing them to
improve their response to customer demands for reliable and affordable
aircraft. Continued innovation is needed to ensure that U.S. aircraft
productivity matches or exceeds its European counterpart.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
Abbott, Gerald
1997
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In Touch with Industry: ICAF Industry Studies 1997: Advanced Manufacturing
Current conditions suggest a resurgence of U.S. advanced
manufacturing capabilities since 1990, but several potentially serious
challenges remain, including financial pressures to reduce long-term
research and development, barriers to technology deployment among
smaller manufacturing finns, inadequacies in the current educational
system, and declines or slower growth in productivity and wages.
Because these problems detract from U.S. companies' ability to sustain
global competitiveness, and because advanced industrial capabilities are
an indispensable component of U.S. national wealth and power,
government should assume an active role to achieve the following
policies: Closer interaction between industry and educational
institutions, strong support for government and industry partnerships that
promote shared research and help develop new technologies, and
economic initiatives that promote stable growth and capital investment
in the manufacturing sector.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
Abbott, Gerald
1997
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Public Transportation System Security and Emergency Preparedness Planning Guide
"Recent events have focused renewed attention on the vulnerability of the nation's critical infrastructure to major events, including terrorism. The Public Transportation System Security and Emergency Preparedness Planning Guide has been prepared to support the activities of public transportation systems to plan for and respond to major security threats and emergencies. It emphasizes the importance of developing critical relationships, preparing strategies and policies, and setting training and funding priorities. It offers practical guidance for planning effectively, spending wisely, and making the public transportation infrastructure safer. This Guide builds on a previous Federal Transit Administration (FTA) publication, the Transit System Security Program Planning Guide. This earlier publication is available on the Guide CD-ROM. This Guide is based on research to identify practical steps that systems can take to be better prepared for all emergencies. These recommendations support the industry's commitment to prevent those events that can be prevented and to minimize the impact of those that cannot. Emphasizing balanced, common sense measures, this Guide helps transportation systems answer many questions."
United States. Federal Transit Administration
Boyd, M. Annabelle; Balog, John N.; Caton, James E.
2003-01
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Recommended Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Urban, Rural, and Specialized Transit Systems
Urban, rural and specialized transit services provide an important source of transportation for many people in the United States. A number of concerns must be addressed to ensure the safety of passengers during transit emergencies. The needs of passengers can be addressed through carefully planned emergency response procedures, proper training of transit and emergency response personnel, and effective use of equipment. The recommendations contained herein are therefore intended to assist transit and emergency response organization personnel to evaluate their emergency response plans and, if necessary, modify or supplement those plans accordingly.
United States. Department of Transportation. Urban Mass Transportation Administration
Hathaway, W. T.; Markos, Stephanie H.
1991-01
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Medical Management of Radiological Casualties Handbook: First Edition
The purpose of this handbook is to provide concise supplemental reading material for the Medical Effects of Ionizing Radiation Course, which is the only course in the Department of Defense for training health care professionals in the management of uncontrolled ionizing radiation exposure. As U.S. forces deploy to areas devastated by civil war and factional strife, unmarked radioactive material will be encountered in waste dumps, factories, abandoned medical clinics, and nuclear fuel facilities. Medical providers must be prepared to adequately treat injuries complicated by ionizing radiation exposure and radioactive contamination. To that end, the theory and treatment of radiological casualties is taught in the Medical Effects of Ionizing Radiation Course offered by the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute at Bethesda, Maryland.
Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute (U.S.)
Jarrett, David G.
1999-12
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Waging Ancient War: Limits on Preemptive Force
The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, stimulated the most far reaching and deep reassessment of American national security strategy since the late 1940s. All of America's objectives, preferences, and methods were open to evaluation. The outcome of this process will shape U.S. strategy for years to come. In this study, conducted under the U.S. Army War College's External Research Associates Program, Dr. D. Robert Worley addresses the ways that the age of terrorism is affecting American grand strategy. He contends that terrorism has made many of the basic concepts of international relations and national security obsolete. Declaring war on a tactic; terrorism, erodes the clarity necessary for coherent strategy. Dr. Worley then develops what he calls a "guerra strategy" more appropriate for dealing with terrorism and other non-state threats.
Army War College (U.S.). Strategic Studies Institute
Worley, D. Robert (Duane Robert), 1949-
2003-02
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Standard Protocols for Managing Security Incidents Involving Surface Transit Vehicles
In light of recent events involving anthrax-tainted mail, and repeated suicide bomb attacks on buses in the Middle-East, it is important that Transit Operators and Bus Dispatch/Control Center personnel be vigilant in preparing for, and understanding how, terrorists might attack their system. Transit vehicles are ideal targets for explosives. Although some types of transit vehicles are less optimal targets for chemical or biological attack, in light of the broad scope of the general threat to transit, it is vital that appropriate response procedures be in place to adequately respond to such incidents and minimize their effects. These protocols are mainly focused on the transit vehicle operator. However, the information provided also may apply to Transit Operations in general, including maintenance and service personnel, yard supervisors, and management.
United States. Federal Transit Administration
2002-08
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Terrorism with Ionizing Radiation General Guidance: Pocket Guide
This 2 sided pocket guide includes the following information for radiation terrorism: confirmation of cases; decontamination considerations; treatment considerations; institutional reporting; public health reporting; diagnosis alerts; understanding exposure; and a table outline of acute radiation syndrome. The following web sites are for VA access card and DoD access cards respectively: http://www.oqp.med.va.gov/cpg/cpg.htm; http://www.cs.amedd.army.mil/qmo
Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute (U.S.)
2002-05-16
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Operations Support Group Report (1998)
The President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee's (NSTAC) Operations Support Group (OSG) was formed in April 1997 to evaluate the overall progress and direction of national security and emergency preparedness (NS/EP) operational activities. Among
its specific taskings, the OSG was instructed to refine NSTAC's national coordinating mechanism (NCM) concept and develop standardized intrusion incident information reporting criteria for the National Coordinating Center for Telecommunications (NCC). Two OSG subgroups, the NCC Vision-Operations Subgroup and the NCM Subgroup, respectively, addressed these actions. This report presents the charge, activities, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations of the OSG and its two subgroups.
United States. President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee
1998-09
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Information Infrastructure Group Report (1997)
This report presents the findings and recommendations of the following subgroups within the NSTAC: Financial Services Risk Assessment Subgroup, Transportation Risk Assessment Subgroup, Cyber Crime Subgroup, Information Assurance Policy Subgroup, and Information Systems Security Board. Also listed in Annex A are the IIG Members.
United States. President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee
1997-12
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Information Systems Security Board: Concept Paper (1996)
This is a concept paper developed by the National Information Infrastructure Task Force, a working body of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee. Its purpose is to stimulate
discussion and elicit comments regarding a private sector entity intended to improve the common understanding of the nature and purpose of information systems security. The entity would promote information systems security
principles and standards to improve the reliability and trustworthiness of
information products and services. In its investigation, the NIITF has developed a proposed model to stimulate the development
of a private-sector-based focal point to enhance the security component of the NII. This model is outlined in the paper.
United States. President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee
1996-07-17
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Department of Defense Chemical and Biological Defense Programs: DoD Advance Planning Briefing for Industry
The outline for this presentation is as follows: Introduction, including quotes from President Bush and Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld; FY 2003 Department of Defense Budget Overview; FY 2002 DoD Chem/BioDefense Program Budget Update; FY 2003 DoD Chem/Bio Defense Program Budget Update; Homeland Security Initiatives - DoD CBDP; and a Summation. Evolving challenges include supporting homeland security roles and missions; enhancing CB installation force protection; acceleration of CB defense technologies; and maintaining current programs to respond to warfighter requirements.
United States. Department of Defense
Johnson-Winegar, Anna
2002-03-05
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Regional Deterrence Strategies for New Proliferation Threats
The deterrence of armed aggression against the United States, its vital national interests, or its allies has moved beyond the requirements of conventional force deterrence. The proliferation of nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) weapons requires a new strategy to ensure effective deterrence against their use by regional states that could not win in a conventional conflict with the United States. Because proliferation has expanded to a number of regional actors, a single strategy is unlikely to be sufficient in deterring states with varied motivations, and social, economic, religious, cultural, and political backgrounds. The Unified Commands--principally the Pacific, Central and European Commands--provide a ready-made framework in which general U.S. deterrence strategies can be tailored to each proliferant state. While the Unified Com-mands would shape the individual deterrence strategies, the national command authority (NCA) would retain control of key decisions. Guidelines for NBC regional deterrence should include developing credible counterproliferation postures, profiling potential adversaries, tailoring our military capabilities to specific threats, integrating NBC preparedness into exercises and warplans, and actively pursuing coalitions designed to deter regional proliferators from threatening to use or using NBC weapons.
National Defense University. Institute for National Strategic Studies
Kahan, Jerome H.
1996-04
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Guide for the Selection of Commercial Explosives Detection Systems for Law Enforcement Applications
This guide provides law enforcement agencies with information to be used in the selection and utilization of explosives detection equipment and techniques. This NIJ guide considers a wide array of important factors that should be considered by purchasers, including cost, sensitivity, portability, and ease of use. Advice about what technologies are likely to work best in various applications and a market survey of trace and x-ray-based commercial detection systems known to the authors as of October 1998 are also included.
National Institute of Justice (U.S.)
Parmeter, John E.; Rhykerd, Charles L. (Charles Loren), 1963-; Hannum, David W. . . .
1999-12
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Guide for the Selection of Communication Equipment for Emergency First Responders: Volume II
This 2-volume NIJ Guide provides emergency first responders with information they can assess when selecting communication equipment for use with chemical and biological protective clothing and respiratory equipment. Volume I presents an overview of communications systems and discusses equipment characteristics and performance parameters. Volume II lists manufacturer-supplied details for the 181 items referenced in the first volume.
National Institute of Justice (U.S.)
Fatah, Alim Ahmed; Barrett, John A.; Arcilesi, Richard D., Jr. . . .
2002-02
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Industrial College of the Armed Forces: Industry Studies 2001: Health Services
Healthcare is the largest industry in the United States, accounting for approximately $1.4 trillion in sales of goods and services in 2000, about 14 percent of U.S. gross domestic product (GDP). [1] It is the nation's largest employer--one of every nine U.S. employees works in the healthcare industry. In addition to its economic importance, healthcare remains a critical element of national security. The state of public health directly affects the ability of a nation to project economic, political, and military power to protect its national interests. The U.S. healthcare industry sets the quality standard for the world, nonetheless there are significant concerns about rising medical costs, the number of un- and underinsured citizens, and the ethical and security concerns of using technology to improve medical services.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
2001
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Guide for the Selection of Communication Equipment for Emergency First Responders: Volume I
This 2-volume NIJ Guide provides emergency first responders with information they can assess when selecting communication equipment for use with chemical and biological protective clothing and respiratory equipment. Volume I presents an overview of communications systems and discusses equipment characteristics and performance parameters. Volume II lists manufacturer-supplied details for the 181 items referenced in the first volume.
National Institute of Justice (U.S.)
Fatah, Alim Ahmed; Barrett, John A.; Arcilesi, Richard D., Jr. . . .
2002-02
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Industrial College of the Armed Forces: Industry Studies 2001: Environment
The U.S. environmental industry is poised to support growth and preserve the environment, a process known as sustainable development. Despite only a small percentage of U.S. environmental businesses participating in the world market, the U.S. industry has the best technology in the world and already generates a trade surplus. With the world market expanding sharply, both the U.S. government and environmental industry must seize the opportunity to expand U.S. trade and proliferate U.S. environmental expertise, while simultaneously advancing U.S. security interests and supporting global sustainable growth. U.S. environmental businesses can simultaneously make a real difference in people's lives around the world, grow their companies, and support U.S. security. This paper shows how the U.S. environmental industry could increase its global competitiveness if U.S. national policies incentivized individuals and companies to move beyond regulatory compliance and if certain real and perceived barriers to conducting trade abroad were removed. Together, these require a new partnership between government and industry that is well worth the investment - a clean environment is good for business and good for life.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
2001
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Industrial College of the Armed Forces: Industry Studies 2001: Information Systems
The Information Industry is a viable, dynamic industry characterized by mergers and acquisitions. It faces many challenges, perhaps the most critical being the recent loss of venture capital. Despite the latest economic fluctuations, we project that demand will continue to expand. Whether this growth will match the 1990's levels will depend on consumer confidence and industry's innovation. The industry will continue to provide innovative products that will enable future growth in other sectors. While such high demand places a strain on the government's ability to influence the market, the Information Industry remains responsive to national security requirements.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
2001
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Industrial College of the Armed Forces: Industry Studies 2001: Land Combat
The Land Combat Systems (LCS) industry has significantly changed over the last decade. The days when production lines and factories hummed at peak capacity are gone. Orders for land combat systems have been reduced by nearly two-thirds since 1990, and competition for what few procurement dollars remain is stiff. Despite the overall decline in business for land combat systems, firms that have survived have shown a remarkable ability to adapt to this new environment. The industry has moved toward wholly owned subsidiaries, joint ventures, and government to government programs to cut costs, improve profit margins, and better serve customers. These changes represent a new way in which the defense industry works. Meeting customer requirements and improving profitability have become the new corporate benchmarks for measuring success. The LCS industry has also sharpened the focus of its research and development (R&D) to exploit key technology capabilities and performance niches. Those in the industry with the foresight to invest in human capital, to allocate resources to R&D, to take advantage of information technology, to expand their markets beyond traditional boundaries, and to analyze national strategic direction will be the ones that develop competitive advantage. Land combat systems will always be needed as long as there are threats to national security. The challenge for the LCS industry is how well it can provide cost-effective solutions for today's threats while anticipating tomorrow's dangers.
Industrial College of the Armed Forces (U.S.)
2001
