| NORTH CAROLINA EMERGENCY RESERVES |
| 'From The Mountains To The Coast' |
| NCER Memo #2 State Training Plan |
Foreword
This is a recommended training plan and schedule for the North Carolina Emergency
Reserves.
Throughout this plan, major areas of concentration are detailed along with the suggested
hours for each area. The schedule section is a guideline for accomplishing the training plan.
Battalion Commanders, at their discretion, may change the scheduling in order to meet their
unit’s needs. All required training hours must be fulfilled in order to complete each subject.
Battalion Commanders should be prepared to brief the Regimental Commander of their unit's
progress and status. If any problems or questions arise concerning this program , Battalion
Commanders should contact the Regimental S-3 for assistance.
In addition to the training, all physically qualified members of the NCER will work toward
becoming a certified member of the National Association of Search and Rescue (NASAR).
Members that are currently in the training program are considered to be “Associate” members
of NASAR. Regimental FTX’s will be held for the sole purpose of training in this specific area.
This training will include practical field exercises along with text study. The program will be
geared toward preparing our personnel for the NASAR test which is required for certification.
Advance notice and operation plans will be accomplished by the unit S-3 and forwarded to
higher headquarters.
TRAINING PROGRAM CATEGORIES
Basic Training 11 Hours
Common Task Training (Level 1) 21 Hours
Common Task Training (Level 2) 10 Hours
Pioneering Task (Levels 1 & 2) 14 Hours
Emergency Support Training On Going
Total: 56 Hours *
Considerations:
1. In addition to the 56 required hours of training, time should be allotted for the Commander’s
and Chaplain’s input at each drill or training activity.
2, Some of the required hours detailed above will be accomplished during the
Regimental FTX’s.
3. FEMA Training Certificates will be maintained at each level of command and with the
individual.
4. A training report will be submitted using the After Action Report Format (Annex 1)
* See pages 4 and 5 for a break down of requirements for each basic category.
TRAINING SCHEDULE
Category Via FTX Via Drill Total Hours
Basic Training 06 05 11
Common Task Training (Level 1) 21 21
Common Task Training (Level 2) 10 10
Pioneering Tasks (Levels 1 & 2) 06 08 14
Emergency Support Training
Totals: 12 44 56
Based on the suggested training schedule, there are two blocks of instruction time; one block
for three hours and one block for four hours. With a total of seven hours of instruction time
available per month, only 44 hours of the required time can be accomplished at a battalion’s
monthly meeting. Therefore, 12 of the 56 required hours will have to be accomplished at our
FTX’s. Please take FTX’s into account when covering your required material.
Emergency Support Training: Individual and Community Emergency Response
Training will be completed using computers and classroom instruction under the
guidance from the local County Emergency Manager. Due to it's very nature, this
training must be introduced early and be continuous. All Commanders will ensure that
personnel complete the following on-line training:
(http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/crslist.asp)
IS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
IS-200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
IS-292 Disaster Basics
IS-317 Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
The following courses should be completed by the Command & Staff of all units.
IS-288 The Role of Voluntary Agencies in Emergency Management
IS-700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
IS-800 Introduction to the National Response Plan (NRP)
CE TBD
SUGGESTED TRAINING ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
0800 – 0815 Assembly, Roll Call
0815 – 0830 Chaplain’s Address
0830 – 0900 Commander’s Address
0900 – 1200 Block of Training
1200 – 1230 Lunch Break
1230 – 1630 Block of Training
1630 – 1700 Commanders Time
Meeting Schedule
Battalion Commanders should schedule their monthly training dates opposite their
companies. This allows Company Commanders to attend Commanders Call at Battalion level
drill if needed, and also allow Battalion Commanders to attend Company Drills as needed.
However, training dates should be scheduled to allow for maximum participation by members.
PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION
SUBJECT
ON-LINE TRAINING On going
TRAINING (12)
Drill: Soldier without Arms 4
Customs and Courtesy 2
Uniform Wear/Personal Appearance 3
Organizational Structure 1
Hygiene and Sanitation 1
Guard Duty/Traffic Control 1
COMMON TASK TRAINING (LEVEL 1) (21)
Communications: 3
Know phonetic alphabet
Prepare a message
Send a radio message
Computer/FAX Operation
Navigation: 8
Identify terrain features
Determine grid coordinate (GPS and Latitude/longitude)
Determine a magnetic azimuth
Orient a map by terrain association
Measure distance on a map
Navigate by dead reckoning
First Aid: 10
Evaluate a casualty
Check for airway
Stop the bleeding
Prevent shock
Put on a field dressing
Put on a tourniquet
Splint a fracture
Treat cold injuries
Treat heat injuries
Transportation of wounded
Conduct CPR
COMMON TASK TRAINING (LEVEL 2)
Search and Rescue: TBD
Red Cross Certification: Utilize NCER Red Cross Instructors or contact Local Red Cross
Communications: TBD
Navigation:
Use marginal information to determine adjoining sheets
Map reconnaissance
Determine elevation on a map
Construct/Use a map overlay
Convert azimuths
Locate an unknown point by resection
Determine an azimuth/back azimuth with a protractor
Determine/Use geographic coordinates
Air Operations:
Select/mark landing zone for rotary wing aircraft
Select/mark landing zone for fixed wing aircraft
Vector an aircraft using a compass
Mark a drop zone for re-supply
Pioneering Tasks (LEVEL 1 & 2):
Tools of the Trade
Use/maintenance of power tools
The Pioneer Kit (created by unit)
Leadership Training:
Traits
Style analysis
Problem Solving Skills
Report Writing
HEADQUARTERS, 2ND BN/WEST BRIGADE
NORTH CAROLINA EMERGENCY RESERVES
ADDRESS
CITY, NORTH CAROLINA ZIP
XO, 2nd Battalion, Western Bde, NCER 21 DEC 06
MEMORANDUM FOR DCSOPS, 6419 Whitehall Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303
SUBJECT: Training/Activity Report
1. DTG of Training/Activity: (i.e. 211600DEC06)
2. Location:
3. Number of Personnel:
4. Instructor/Training/Activity: (list)
5. Summary: (additional sheets as required)
6. Remarks:
AUTHORITY LINE:
ENCL LISTING SIGNATURE BLOCK
(ANNEX A)
This is a recommended training plan and schedule for the North Carolina Emergency
Reserves.
Throughout this plan, major areas of concentration are detailed along with the suggested
hours for each area. The schedule section is a guideline for accomplishing the training plan.
Battalion Commanders, at their discretion, may change the scheduling in order to meet their
unit’s needs. All required training hours must be fulfilled in order to complete each subject.
Battalion Commanders should be prepared to brief the Regimental Commander of their unit's
progress and status. If any problems or questions arise concerning this program , Battalion
Commanders should contact the Regimental S-3 for assistance.
In addition to the training, all physically qualified members of the NCER will work toward
becoming a certified member of the National Association of Search and Rescue (NASAR).
Members that are currently in the training program are considered to be “Associate” members
of NASAR. Regimental FTX’s will be held for the sole purpose of training in this specific area.
This training will include practical field exercises along with text study. The program will be
geared toward preparing our personnel for the NASAR test which is required for certification.
Advance notice and operation plans will be accomplished by the unit S-3 and forwarded to
higher headquarters.
TRAINING PROGRAM CATEGORIES
Basic Training 11 Hours
Common Task Training (Level 1) 21 Hours
Common Task Training (Level 2) 10 Hours
Pioneering Task (Levels 1 & 2) 14 Hours
Emergency Support Training On Going
Total: 56 Hours *
Considerations:
1. In addition to the 56 required hours of training, time should be allotted for the Commander’s
and Chaplain’s input at each drill or training activity.
2, Some of the required hours detailed above will be accomplished during the
Regimental FTX’s.
3. FEMA Training Certificates will be maintained at each level of command and with the
individual.
4. A training report will be submitted using the After Action Report Format (Annex 1)
* See pages 4 and 5 for a break down of requirements for each basic category.
TRAINING SCHEDULE
Category Via FTX Via Drill Total Hours
Basic Training 06 05 11
Common Task Training (Level 1) 21 21
Common Task Training (Level 2) 10 10
Pioneering Tasks (Levels 1 & 2) 06 08 14
Emergency Support Training
Totals: 12 44 56
Based on the suggested training schedule, there are two blocks of instruction time; one block
for three hours and one block for four hours. With a total of seven hours of instruction time
available per month, only 44 hours of the required time can be accomplished at a battalion’s
monthly meeting. Therefore, 12 of the 56 required hours will have to be accomplished at our
FTX’s. Please take FTX’s into account when covering your required material.
Emergency Support Training: Individual and Community Emergency Response
Training will be completed using computers and classroom instruction under the
guidance from the local County Emergency Manager. Due to it's very nature, this
training must be introduced early and be continuous. All Commanders will ensure that
personnel complete the following on-line training:
(http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/crslist.asp)
IS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
IS-200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
IS-292 Disaster Basics
IS-317 Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
The following courses should be completed by the Command & Staff of all units.
IS-288 The Role of Voluntary Agencies in Emergency Management
IS-700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
IS-800 Introduction to the National Response Plan (NRP)
CE TBD
SUGGESTED TRAINING ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
0800 – 0815 Assembly, Roll Call
0815 – 0830 Chaplain’s Address
0830 – 0900 Commander’s Address
0900 – 1200 Block of Training
1200 – 1230 Lunch Break
1230 – 1630 Block of Training
1630 – 1700 Commanders Time
Meeting Schedule
Battalion Commanders should schedule their monthly training dates opposite their
companies. This allows Company Commanders to attend Commanders Call at Battalion level
drill if needed, and also allow Battalion Commanders to attend Company Drills as needed.
However, training dates should be scheduled to allow for maximum participation by members.
PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION
SUBJECT
ON-LINE TRAINING On going
TRAINING (12)
Drill: Soldier without Arms 4
Customs and Courtesy 2
Uniform Wear/Personal Appearance 3
Organizational Structure 1
Hygiene and Sanitation 1
Guard Duty/Traffic Control 1
COMMON TASK TRAINING (LEVEL 1) (21)
Communications: 3
Know phonetic alphabet
Prepare a message
Send a radio message
Computer/FAX Operation
Navigation: 8
Identify terrain features
Determine grid coordinate (GPS and Latitude/longitude)
Determine a magnetic azimuth
Orient a map by terrain association
Measure distance on a map
Navigate by dead reckoning
First Aid: 10
Evaluate a casualty
Check for airway
Stop the bleeding
Prevent shock
Put on a field dressing
Put on a tourniquet
Splint a fracture
Treat cold injuries
Treat heat injuries
Transportation of wounded
Conduct CPR
COMMON TASK TRAINING (LEVEL 2)
Search and Rescue: TBD
Red Cross Certification: Utilize NCER Red Cross Instructors or contact Local Red Cross
Communications: TBD
Navigation:
Use marginal information to determine adjoining sheets
Map reconnaissance
Determine elevation on a map
Construct/Use a map overlay
Convert azimuths
Locate an unknown point by resection
Determine an azimuth/back azimuth with a protractor
Determine/Use geographic coordinates
Air Operations:
Select/mark landing zone for rotary wing aircraft
Select/mark landing zone for fixed wing aircraft
Vector an aircraft using a compass
Mark a drop zone for re-supply
Pioneering Tasks (LEVEL 1 & 2):
Tools of the Trade
Use/maintenance of power tools
The Pioneer Kit (created by unit)
Leadership Training:
Traits
Style analysis
Problem Solving Skills
Report Writing
HEADQUARTERS, 2ND BN/WEST BRIGADE
NORTH CAROLINA EMERGENCY RESERVES
ADDRESS
CITY, NORTH CAROLINA ZIP
XO, 2nd Battalion, Western Bde, NCER 21 DEC 06
MEMORANDUM FOR DCSOPS, 6419 Whitehall Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303
SUBJECT: Training/Activity Report
1. DTG of Training/Activity: (i.e. 211600DEC06)
2. Location:
3. Number of Personnel:
4. Instructor/Training/Activity: (list)
5. Summary: (additional sheets as required)
6. Remarks:
AUTHORITY LINE:
ENCL LISTING SIGNATURE BLOCK
(ANNEX A)