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* '''Radios''' '''and extra batteries:''' If the ECC is activated, check out an 800 MHz and make sure it is fully charged. If volunteers will operate on FRS/GMRS, bring one FRS/GMRS radio for each channel they may simultaneously communicate on so you can monitor all frequencies (for example: if they will use two channels and have two backup channels, you need two radios). | * '''Radios''' '''and extra batteries:''' If the ECC is activated, check out an 800 MHz and make sure it is fully charged. If volunteers will operate on FRS/GMRS, bring one FRS/GMRS radio for each channel they may simultaneously communicate on so you can monitor all frequencies (for example: if they will use two channels and have two backup channels, you need two radios). | ||
* '''Weather appropriate clothing:''' Be sure to check that weather forecast before your shift! | * '''Weather appropriate clothing:''' Be sure to check that weather forecast before your shift! | ||
* '''Camp chair or camp stool:''' You might regret it if you don't bring one. | * '''Camp chair or camp stool:''' You might regret it if you don't bring one. If you're bringing chairs for the VCC area, you probably won't need one. | ||
* '''Weather relevant supplies:''' If it's gonna be hot and sunny, make sure you have some shade, sunglasses, and sunscreen. If it's going to rain, make sure you have watertight footwear and a rain poncho or umbrella (and preferably some cover). | * '''Weather relevant supplies:''' If it's gonna be hot and sunny, make sure you have some shade, sunglasses, and sunscreen. If it's going to rain, make sure you have watertight footwear and a rain poncho or umbrella (and preferably some cover). | ||
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# Distribute resources to volunteers (e.g. water, PPE, etc.); | # Distribute resources to volunteers (e.g. water, PPE, etc.); | ||
# Check in and check out volunteers. | # Check in and check out volunteers. | ||
It is generally not the responsibility of the VCC Lead to set up or tear down the VCC itself. However, that might emerge as part of the Lead's responsibilities if the event organizers are under-resourced. | |||
=== VCC Setup === | |||
It is generally not the responsibility of the VCC Lead to set up or tear down the VCC itself. However, that might emerge as part of the Lead's responsibilities if the event organizers are under-resourced and/or PBEM is taking the lead. If that is the case, recommended equipment includes: | |||
* A 10' x 10' canopy; | |||
* One folding table for every two people expected in the VCC; | |||
* One chair for each person expected in the VCC; | |||
* Clipboards, pens, scratch paper; | |||
* A notepad you can use as a log or [https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/icsresource/assets/ics%20forms/ics%20form%20214,%20activity%20log%20(v3.1).pdf ICS 214]; | |||
* Laptop and MiFi; | |||
* Water; | |||
* Generator (run off of propane if possible...fewer fumes that way) AND extension cord; | |||
* String lights or other light source if the event will take place at night. | |||
=== VCC Security === | |||
It is important to consider security at the VCC. Activities at the VCC, particularly when volunteers are checking in and checking out, can be distractingly busy. While you and volunteers are working hard, opportunistic bad actors could be eyeing personal backpacks or expensive equipment, such as a generator. | |||
If there are concerns about security, the VCC Lead should detail an additional volunteer to simply keep watch (and do nothing else). Most prospective thieves will be discouraged when it's clear that someone is keeping an eye out. | |||
Remember that safety is the number one priority. VCC staff should not risk physical confrontations to prevent a theft. Instead, radio the incident in to the ECC to request help from nearby police officers. | |||
