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... 36 Synopsis of Issue Debris management requires a coordinated effort among various departments or agencies within a jurisdiction, as well as outside agencies that have regulatory authority or fulfill a specific support function within the operation. This coordinated effort must be organized such that an appropriate span of control exists, roles and responsibilities are established well in advance, and the approach can be "right-sized" depending on the level of effort required by the debrisgenerating event.
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... Operational Structure and Organization 37 ICS is a standardized, on-scene, all-hazards incident management approach that: • Allows for the integration of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications operating within a common organizational structure. • Enables a coordinated response among various jurisdictions and functional agencies, both public and private.
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... 38 A Debris Management Handbook for State and Local DOTs and Departments of Public Works Operations Section, and can be either geographical or functional. The person in charge of each Branch is designated as a Director.
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... Operational Structure and Organization 39 Initially the Incident Command/Unified Command and the Liaison Officer may be able to provide all needed multiagency coordination at the scene. However, as the incident grows in size and complexity, off-site support and coordination may be required.
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... 40 A Debris Management Handbook for State and Local DOTs and Departments of Public Works Figure 6.2. Standard expanded ICS structure.
From page 41...
... Operational Structure and Organization 41 or any other space with the size and infrastructure to support their needs. Just as the location, layout, and necessary resources and support are pre-planned for the EOC, this should also be performed for the DOC.

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