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'''Learning Objective:'''
'''Learning Objective:'''


Team members will practice using the Damage Assessment Mapping Module (DAMM) to collect, record, and submit disaster observations, gaining confidence with the tool and reinforcing situational awareness during field use.
''Team members will practice using the Damage Assessment Mapping Module (DAMM) to collect, record, and submit disaster observations, gaining confidence with the tool and reinforcing situational awareness during field use.''


'''Facilitation Guide:'''
'''Facilitation Guide:'''
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=== FRS/GMRS Radio Mapping ===
=== FRS/GMRS Radio Mapping ===
Learning Objective:
'''Learning Objective:'''
Team members will practice conducting a neighborhood radio coverage survey (radio mapping) to identify strong, weak, and dead zones for FRS/GMRS communications within their Service Area.
 
''Team members will practice conducting a neighborhood radio coverage survey (radio mapping) to identify strong, weak, and dead zones for FRS/GMRS communications within their Service Area.''
 
'''Facilitation Guide:'''


Facilitation Guide:
Begin with the scenario: after an earthquake, cell networks may be down, and NETs will depend on FRS/GMRS radios for tactical communication. But radio range is limited by terrain, buildings, and other obstacles. Knowing where communications succeed and where they fail can save time, reduce anxiety, and improve safety for deployed strike teams.
Begin with the scenario: after an earthquake, cell networks may be down, and NETs will depend on FRS/GMRS radios for tactical communication. But radio range is limited by terrain, buildings, and other obstacles. Knowing where communications succeed and where they fail can save time, reduce anxiety, and improve safety for deployed strike teams.


Step 1 – Introduction & Purpose:
'''Step 1 – Introduction & Purpose:'''
 
Explain that the goal of radio mapping is to:
Explain that the goal of radio mapping is to:


Measure Delivered Audio Quality (DAQ) of signals at various points in the Service Area.
* Measure Delivered Audio Quality (DAQ) of signals at various points in the Service Area.
* Create a color-coded map showing reliable coverage and dead zones.
* Help teams plan for the use of relays, runners, or alternate channels when needed.


Create a color-coded map showing reliable coverage and dead zones.
'''Step 2 – Organize Roles:'''


Help teams plan for the use of relays, runners, or alternate channels when needed.
Step 2 – Organize Roles:
Assign participants to the following roles:
Assign participants to the following roles:


Survey Command Post: Stays at the NET’s Incident Command Post with a Survey Radio Operator (SRO) and Scribe.
* '''Survey Command Post:''' Stays at the NET’s Incident Command Post with a Survey Radio Operator (SRO) and Scribe.
 
* '''Rover Teams:''' Travel to predetermined survey points and check in by radio with the Command Post. Each rover records DAQ from their end as well.
Rover Teams: Travel to predetermined survey points and check in by radio with the Command Post. Each rover records DAQ from their end as well.
* '''Optional Listening Posts:''' Stationed at key sites (e.g., BEECN, fire station) to record DAQ passively.
 
Optional Listening Posts: Stationed at key sites (e.g., BEECN, fire station) to record DAQ passively.
 
Step 3 – Survey Setup:
 
Distribute a Survey Area Map with marked survey points (preferably in a grid pattern).
 
Issue Rover Log forms to rover teams and Command Log forms to the Command Post.
 
Provide all participants with radio protocols, including backup communication via mobile phone.
 
Review safety: rovers must work in pairs, park safely, and avoid entering private property.
 
Step 4 – Conduct the Survey:
 
Each rover team travels to an assigned point.


The rover radios the Command Post, announces location, and exchanges a short message.
'''Step 3 – Survey Setup:'''


Both the rover and Command Post assign a DAQ score (0–5).
* Distribute a '''Survey Area Map''' with marked survey points (preferably in a grid pattern).
* Issue '''Rover Log forms''' to rover teams and '''Command Log forms''' to the Command Post.
* Provide all participants with radio protocols, including backup communication via mobile phone.
* Review safety: rovers must work in pairs, park safely, and avoid entering private property.


5 = clear broadcast quality; 0 = no signal.
'''Step 4 – Conduct the Survey:'''


Logs are completed at both ends.
# Each rover team travels to an assigned point.
# The rover radios the Command Post, announces location, and exchanges a short message.
# Both the rover and Command Post assign a DAQ score (0–5).
#* 5 = clear broadcast quality; 0 = no signal.
# Logs are completed at both ends.
# Repeat at the next point until the area is covered.


Repeat at the next point until the area is covered.
'''Step 5 – Map the Data:'''


Step 5 – Map the Data:
After the session, transfer data into a summary spreadsheet and plot results using My Google Maps or similar software.
After the session, transfer data into a summary spreadsheet and plot results using My Google Maps or similar software.


Use color-coded markers to match DAQ values (green = strong, red/black = poor/no signal).
* Use color-coded markers to match DAQ values (green = strong, red/black = poor/no signal).
* Optionally, enclose adjacent markers with shapes to visualize coverage areas.


Optionally, enclose adjacent markers with shapes to visualize coverage areas.
'''Step 6 – Hotwash & Reflection:'''


Step 6 – Hotwash & Reflection:
* Gather participants after the survey to discuss:
Gather participants after the survey to discuss:
* Where were signals strong? Where did dead zones appear?
* What locations might serve as relay points?
* How could this information be integrated into the Team Ops Plan and Strike Team assignments?


Where were signals strong? Where did dead zones appear?
'''Debrief Questions:'''


What locations might serve as relay points?
* Did this exercise improve our understanding of our Service Area?
 
* How might poor radio coverage affect strike team deployment during a disaster?
How could this information be integrated into the Team Ops Plan and Strike Team assignments?
* Should we consider alternate Command Post or relay locations?
 
* How will we keep this map updated as buildings or vegetation change?<br>
Debrief Questions:
 
Did this exercise improve our understanding of our Service Area?
 
How might poor radio coverage affect strike team deployment during a disaster?
 
Should we consider alternate Command Post or relay locations?
 
How will we keep this map updated as buildings or vegetation change?
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