Recognizing that an approach to response which incorporates use of U.S. National Grid Emergency Location Markers (ELM) is not simply a matter of making signs and posting them, find below operational documents that have been specifically designed to support introduction and use of USNG Emergency Location Markers. Some of the items listed here are still in production. Consequently, information about the anticipated release date has been provided as part of the description.
Dispatch
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Dispatcher’s Desktop Document – Intended for dispatcher use after formal training, this item supports individual ongoing review and quick reference.
- Status: In draft
- Download Link: Posted here when available
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Emergency Services Sector
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Emergency Services Sector (ESS) Refresher – Intended for ESS member use after formal training, this item supports individual ongoing review (USFA style “Coffee Break Training”) and quick reference.
- Status: In final review
- Download Link: Posted here when available
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General Public
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Trail Brochure – Intended for general public use, this item is an overview document about USNG Emergency Location Markers. Tri-fold style has been used to facilitate distribution in standard-sized pamphlet holders typically found at information centers, hotels, restaurants and similar locations which promote local outdoor activities.
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“Wallet” Card – Intended for general public use, this item is a quick reference “carry along” about the U.S. National Grid and the associated marker system. It has been sized to credit card/business card dimensions to accommodate being carried in wallets.
- Status: In draft
- Download Link: Posted here when available
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Marker Production
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Specification Document – Intended for program manager use, this item provides background and technical information to support production of USNG Emergency Location Markers using local resources.
- Status: Extensive re-draft of version 2.2, released July 2011
- Download Link: Posted here when available
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