Emergency communications - Revision history

TimRiker at 07:11, 8 November 2022

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	Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.		Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.

	The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [~~http~~://~~ProvidentLiving~~.~~org ProvidentLiving~~.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.~~lds~~.org/~~handbook~~/~~handbook-2-administering-the-church~~/~~meetings~~-~~in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/~~handbook/~~handbook-2~~-~~administering~~-~~the~~-~~church/selected~~-~~church-policies/21.2.3~~?~~lang~~=~~eng~~#~~212~~ Section 21.2.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.		The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [https://providentliving.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Provident Living] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See General Handbook, [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/general-handbook/22-providing-for-temporal-needs?para=title_number91-p244#title_number91 Section 22.9.1.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.

	== Why is this wiki here on Tech? ==		== Why is this wiki here on Tech? ==
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	== Emergency communication plans ==		== Emergency communication plans ==

	Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.~~org ProvidentLiving~~.org] in the [https://www.~~lds~~.org/~~family~~/~~family~~-~~well~~-~~being/emergency~~-preparedness~~?lang=eng Emergency~~ Preparedness ~~and Response~~] section.		Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Provident Living] in the [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/stake-and-ward-preparedness Stake and Ward Preparedness] section.
	{{ToDo\|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}		{{ToDo\|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}

TimRiker at 19:06, 2 February 2022

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	Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.		Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.

TimRiker at 08:44, 24 March 2019

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	== References ==		== References ==
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	~~[[Category:Emergency communications]]~~

TimRiker: /* Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? */

2019-03-24T08:40:56Z

Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org?

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	The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.		The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.

	== Why is this wiki here on ~~tech.lds.org~~? ==		== Why is this wiki here on Tech? ==
	The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.		The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.

NewWill: /* Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? */

2016-11-16T21:58:28Z

Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org?

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	== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==		== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
	The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.		The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.


	== Emergency communication methods ==		== Emergency communication methods ==

Anesone: Carriage return

2015-09-09T12:57:31Z

Carriage return

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	Emergency service is one of the basics of the Amateur Radio Service and there is sometimes some confusion (see http://www.arrl.org/ares-races-faq) about ARES, the ARRL arm of emergency services and RACES, the government arm of amateur emergency services. [http://www.usraces.org/ RACES] stands for "Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service," a protocol created by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC Part 97, Section 407). The Amateur Radio Emergency Service® ([http://www.arrl.org/ares ARES]) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment, with their local ARES leadership, for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.		Emergency service is one of the basics of the Amateur Radio Service and there is sometimes some confusion (see http://www.arrl.org/ares-races-faq) about ARES, the ARRL arm of emergency services and RACES, the government arm of amateur emergency services. [http://www.usraces.org/ RACES] stands for "Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service," a protocol created by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC Part 97, Section 407). The Amateur Radio Emergency Service® ([http://www.arrl.org/ares ARES]) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment, with their local ARES leadership, for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.

	The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).		The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

Anesone: Added definitions and links to ARES and RACES.

2015-09-09T12:36:19Z

Added definitions and links to ARES and RACES.

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	=== Amateur radio ===		=== Amateur radio ===

	When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be extremely effective and reliable. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. ~~[definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].~~		When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be extremely effective and reliable. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications.

			Emergency service is one of the basics of the Amateur Radio Service and there is sometimes some confusion (see http://www.arrl.org/ares-races-faq) about ARES, the ARRL arm of emergency services and RACES, the government arm of amateur emergency services. [http://www.usraces.org/ RACES] stands for "Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service," a protocol created by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC Part 97, Section 407). The Amateur Radio Emergency Service® ([http://www.arrl.org/ares ARES]) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment, with their local ARES leadership, for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.
	The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).		The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

Ajrasmussen at 01:28, 23 April 2012

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	=== Runners ===		=== Runners ===

	Physically carrying a message from one location to another can be effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.		Physically carrying a copy of a message from one location to another can often be most effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

	=== Amateur radio ===		=== Amateur radio ===

	When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be effective. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].		When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be extremely effective and reliable. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

	The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).		The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

Ajrasmussen at 00:16, 12 March 2012

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	Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.		Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.

	The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and ~~communications~~ specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref>		The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.

	== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==		== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
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	== Emergency communication methods ==		== Emergency communication methods ==
	The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised.		The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised. It is important to use the best method that will get the message through in a timely manner.
	{{ToDo\|As we create articles for the various EmComm subjects, link to them in a table here.}}		{{ToDo\|As we create articles for the various EmComm subjects, link to them in a table here.}}
	=== Telephone ===		=== Telephone ===
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	Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.org ProvidentLiving.org] in the [https://www.lds.org/family/family-well-being/emergency-preparedness?lang=eng Emergency Preparedness and Response] section.		Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.org ProvidentLiving.org] in the [https://www.lds.org/family/family-well-being/emergency-preparedness?lang=eng Emergency Preparedness and Response] section.
	{{ToDo\|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}		{{ToDo\|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}

			== Disaster communication stories ==
			{{ToDo\|Do you have true stories of emergency communication successes or failures?}}

	== References ==		== References ==

Aebrown: Grammar fixes

2012-03-04T01:35:44Z

Grammar fixes

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	Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts ~~increase~~.		Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.

	The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and communications specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref>		The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and communications specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref>
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	=== Amateur radio ===		=== Amateur radio ===

	When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be effective. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment, expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].		When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be effective. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

	The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).		The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).