Operations at BEECN Sites - Revision history

Net@portlandoregon.gov: /* BEECN SW Portland Repeater */

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BEECN SW Portland Repeater

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	== BEECN SW Portland Repeater ==		== BEECN SW Portland Repeater ==
	PBEM has fielded a UHF repeater to boost radio signals in SW Portland's challenging topography. See article: [[BEECN SW Portland Repeater]] for details.		PBEM has fielded a UHF repeater to boost radio signals in SW Portland's challenging topography. See article: [[BEECN SW Portland Repeater]] for details.
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	== APPENDIX: BEECN Channel Guide ==		== APPENDIX: BEECN Channel Guide ==

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APPENDIX: BEECN Channel Guide

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			== BEECN SW Portland Repeater ==
			PBEM has fielded a UHF repeater to boost radio signals in SW Portland's challenging topography. See article: [[BEECN SW Portland Repeater]] for details.

	== APPENDIX: BEECN Channel Guide ==		== APPENDIX: BEECN Channel Guide ==

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APPENDIX: BEECN Channel Guide

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	\| style="background-color:#ddd2cd;" \|BEECN 38-38		\| style="background-color:#ddd2cd;" \|BEECN SE-38
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Net@portlandoregon.gov: /* How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation? */

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How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation?

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	# <mark>'''Localized conflicts or aggression - rare but possible:'''</mark> In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.		# <mark>'''Localized conflicts or aggression - rare but possible:'''</mark> In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.
	As with all things disaster, we hope for the best and plan for the worst. To that end, we encourage BEECN volunteers to take opportunities to complete De-escalation Training, and Crowd Management Training. Most of all, for volunteer safety, BEECN volunteers should feel empowered to walk away from post owing to '''''ANY''''' conflict when they feel even a little threatened. <br />		As with all things disaster, we hope for the best and plan for the worst. To that end, we encourage BEECN volunteers to take opportunities to complete De-escalation Training, and Crowd Management Training. Most of all, for volunteer safety, BEECN volunteers should feel empowered to walk away from post owing to '''''ANY''''' conflict when they feel even a little threatened. <br />
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	== Exchanging Radio Traffic ==		== Exchanging Radio Traffic ==

Net@portlandoregon.gov: /* Step 3: Managing survivors at the BEECN site */

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Step 3: Managing survivors at the BEECN site

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	* The '''first <u>operational</u> priority/responsibility of BEECN volunteers is to manage and exchange radio messages.''' All else is secondary to that and should be handled by other volunteers.		* The '''first <u>operational</u> priority/responsibility of BEECN volunteers is to manage and exchange radio messages.''' All else is secondary to that and should be handled by other volunteers.
	* If BEECN volunteers have capacity to do so, PBEM recommends the next operational priority be management of spontaneous volunteers ("SUVs"). SUVs can act as force multipliers, and help as runners, use the first aid equipment, and generally assist other survivors. To learn more about SUV management, see: [[VSF 15: Volunteer/Donations Management]].		* If BEECN volunteers have capacity to do so, PBEM recommends the next operational priority be management of spontaneous volunteers ("SUVs"). SUVs can act as force multipliers, and help as runners, use the first aid equipment, and generally assist other survivors. To learn more about SUV management, see: [[VSF 15: Volunteer/Donations Management]].
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	* The '''first <u>operational</u> priority/responsibility of BEECN volunteers is to manage and exchange radio messages.''' All else is secondary to that and should be handled by other volunteers.		* The '''first <u>operational</u> priority/responsibility of BEECN volunteers is to manage and exchange radio messages.''' All else is secondary to that and should be handled by other volunteers.
	* If BEECN volunteers have capacity to do so, PBEM recommends the next operational priority be management of spontaneous volunteers ("SUVs"). SUVs can act as force multipliers, and help as runners, use the first aid equipment, and generally assist other survivors. To learn more about SUV management, see: [[VSF 15: Volunteer/Donations Management]].		* If BEECN volunteers have capacity to do so, PBEM recommends the next operational priority be management of spontaneous volunteers ("SUVs"). SUVs can act as force multipliers, and help as runners, use the first aid equipment, and generally assist other survivors. To learn more about SUV management, see: [[VSF 15: Volunteer/Donations Management]].
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	=== How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation? ===		=== How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation? ===

Net@portlandoregon.gov: /* How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation? */

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How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation?

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	BEECN is a mostly unique, cutting edge program. That's great for some bragging rights. But it comes with a big drawback: there is no data providing a direct correlations that inform expectations of how survivors will behave at the BEECN sites. But there is a lot of research on how survivors behave ''generally'' after a disaster that can help us. PBEM staff also programmed an AI to game out some scenarios. It is simply not possible to know how survivors at every BEECN site will behave after the earthquake. But based on the research and what data the AI could provide, PBEM envisions the following scenarios from most likely to least likely:		BEECN is a mostly unique, cutting edge program. That's great for some bragging rights. But it comes with a big drawback: there is no data providing a direct correlations that inform expectations of how survivors will behave at the BEECN sites. But there is a lot of research on how survivors behave ''generally'' after a disaster that can help us. PBEM staff also programmed an AI to game out some scenarios. It is simply not possible to know how survivors at every BEECN site will behave after the earthquake. But based on the research and what data the AI could provide, PBEM envisions the following scenarios from most likely to least likely:

	#<mark>'''Community support and self-organization: most likely:</mark> '''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.		#<mark>'''Community support and self-organization - most likely:'''</mark> '''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.
	#<mark> '''Overwhelming demand and frustration:'''</mark> If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.		#<mark> '''Overwhelming demand and frustration:'''</mark> If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.
	# <mark>'''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible:'''</mark> In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.		# <mark>'''Localized conflicts or aggression - rare but possible:'''</mark> In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.
	As with all things disaster, we hope for the best and plan for the worst. To that end, we encourage BEECN volunteers to take opportunities to complete De-escalation Training, and Crowd Management Training. Most of all, for volunteer safety, BEECN volunteers should feel empowered to walk away from post owing to '''''ANY''''' conflict when they feel even a little threatened. <br />		As with all things disaster, we hope for the best and plan for the worst. To that end, we encourage BEECN volunteers to take opportunities to complete De-escalation Training, and Crowd Management Training. Most of all, for volunteer safety, BEECN volunteers should feel empowered to walk away from post owing to '''''ANY''''' conflict when they feel even a little threatened. <br />

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	#<mark>'''Community support and self-organization: most likely:</mark> '''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.		#<mark>'''Community support and self-organization: most likely:</mark> '''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.
	#<mark> '''Overwhelming demand and frustration:'''</mark> If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.		#<mark> '''Overwhelming demand and frustration:'''</mark> If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.
	~~<br/>~~		# <mark>'''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible:'''</mark> In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.
	<mark># '''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible'''</mark>
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	In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.

	As with all things disaster, we hope for the best and plan for the worst. To that end, we encourage BEECN volunteers to take opportunities to complete De-escalation Training, and Crowd Management Training. Most of all, for volunteer safety, BEECN volunteers should feel empowered to walk away from post owing to '''''ANY''''' conflict when they feel even a little threatened. <br />		As with all things disaster, we hope for the best and plan for the worst. To that end, we encourage BEECN volunteers to take opportunities to complete De-escalation Training, and Crowd Management Training. Most of all, for volunteer safety, BEECN volunteers should feel empowered to walk away from post owing to '''''ANY''''' conflict when they feel even a little threatened. <br />

Net@portlandoregon.gov: /* How safe will BEECN volunteers be in an actual activation? */

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	BEECN is a mostly unique, cutting edge program. That's great for some bragging rights. But it comes with a big drawback: there is no data providing a direct correlations that inform expectations of how survivors will behave at the BEECN sites. But there is a lot of research on how survivors behave ''generally'' after a disaster that can help us. PBEM staff also programmed an AI to game out some scenarios. It is simply not possible to know how survivors at every BEECN site will behave after the earthquake. But based on the research and what data the AI could provide, PBEM envisions the following scenarios from most likely to least likely:		BEECN is a mostly unique, cutting edge program. That's great for some bragging rights. But it comes with a big drawback: there is no data providing a direct correlations that inform expectations of how survivors will behave at the BEECN sites. But there is a lot of research on how survivors behave ''generally'' after a disaster that can help us. PBEM staff also programmed an AI to game out some scenarios. It is simply not possible to know how survivors at every BEECN site will behave after the earthquake. But based on the research and what data the AI could provide, PBEM envisions the following scenarios from most likely to least likely:

	<mark># '''Community support and self-organization: most likely</mark>		#<mark>'''Community support and self-organization: most likely:</mark> '''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.
	~~<br/>~~		#<mark> '''Overwhelming demand and frustration:'''</mark> If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.
	'''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.
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	<mark># '''Overwhelming demand and frustration'''</mark>
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	If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.
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	<mark># '''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible'''</mark>		<mark># '''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible'''</mark>

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	<mark># '''Community support and self-organization: most likely</mark>		<mark># '''Community support and self-organization: most likely</mark>
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	'''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.		'''Historically, people tend to help rather than harm in disasters. Mutual aid efforts surge, and neighbors support each other. BEECN sites could become rally points where the community organizes itself. Volunteers may naturally emerge to assist with communication, aid distribution, and logistics.
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	<mark># '''Overwhelming demand and frustration'''</mark>		<mark># '''Overwhelming demand and frustration'''</mark>
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	If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.		If expectations are not managed beforehand (e.g., if the public mistakenly believes BEECN sites will have supplies or immediate emergency responders), frustration could build. Crowds might form, and tensions could rise, especially if people feel their needs aren’t being met.
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	<mark># '''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible'''</mark>		<mark># '''Localized conflicts or aggression: rare but possible'''</mark>
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	In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.		In high-stress environments where life-and-death needs exist, some people might react aggressively—especially if they are injured, desperate, or dealing with trauma. However, research shows that true lawlessness is rare in disasters, and most hostility stems from miscommunication rather than widespread violence.

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