Module 1 – Case
EMERGENCY PLANNING AND METHODOLOGY: AN INTRODUCTION
Case Assignment
For this Case Assignment, you will become familiar with the
NRF, especially in regard to acts of terrorism. Many people assume that
terrorists are persons living overseas who would do harm to those in other
countries. Actually, there has been a proliferation of terrorists on U.S.
soil—known as “homegrown terrorists,” “lone wolf
operatives,” and those infiltrating known groups (e.g., animal rights
groups, anti-abortionists).
In order to respond to the following questions, review the
Background reading:
United States Government interagency domestic terrorism
concept of operations plan (2001). http://www.fas.org/irp/threat/conplan.html
Review of the Department’s preparation to respond to a WMD
incident (2010), U.S. Department of Justice, I-2010-004.http://www.justice.gov/oig/reports/plus/e1004.pdf
National Response
Framework:https://www.fema.gov/national-response-framework
Respond to the following:
How is a response to destruction from a terrorist incident
different from a response to a natural disaster? Be specific, give examples,
and quote from the readings.
You are a volunteer for the American Red Cross. You are to
enter a scene of destruction in order to assist wounded victims. What are some
precautions that you must take? What are some restrictions placed on you? From
whom do you receive clearance?
First responders should isolate hazards by establishing
control zones. There are three types of control zones. List them and give
examples. Cite your sources.
Assignment Expectations
Length: Case Assignments should be at least three pages
long.
References: At least two references should be included from
academic sources (e.g., peer-reviewed journal articles). Required readings are
included. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the
end of the assignment in the References section (preferably in APA format).
Quoted material should not exceed 10% of the total paper
(since the focus of these assignments is critical thinking). Use your own words
and build on the ideas of others. When material is copied verbatim from
external sources, it must be enclosed in quotes.
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your
paper.
Format: APA format is recommended (but not required) for
this assignment. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted for minor
errors, assignments are expected to adhere to standard guidelines of grammar,
spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar
and spelling impact clarity.
The following items will be assessed in particular:
Relevance – All content is connected to the question.
Precision – Specific question is addressed. Statements,
facts, and statistics are specific and accurate.
Depth of discussion – Points that lead to deeper issues are
presented and integrated.
Breadth – Multiple perspectives and references, multiple
issues/factors considered.
Evidence – Points are well-supported with facts, statistics,
and references.
Logic – Presented discussion makes sense; conclusions are
logically supported by premises, statements, or factual information.
Clarity – Writing is concise, understandable, and contains
sufficient detail or examples.
Objectivity – Paper avoids use of first person and
subjective bias
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