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CANNONAFBI34-242 30 OCTOBER 2012 19<br />

2.3.5.2. Develop a written installation-level plan (signed <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> 27 SOW/CC) for <strong>the</strong><br />

implementation and execution <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> MA program and for S&R operations, including <strong>the</strong><br />

identification and handling <strong>of</strong> remains in <strong>air</strong>craft mishaps and disasters occurring on-and<br />

<strong>of</strong>f-base.<br />

2.3.5.3. Coordinate with <strong>the</strong> incident <strong>commander</strong> and provide on-scene assistance in <strong>the</strong><br />

event <strong>of</strong> a disaster on base with possible fatalities (examples: active shooter, plane crash).<br />

This is critical to communicate <strong>the</strong> role and requirements <strong>of</strong> MA.<br />

2.3.5.4. Make <strong>the</strong> initial contact with <strong>the</strong> person authorized to direct disposition (PADD);<br />

inform <strong>the</strong>m <strong>of</strong> mortuary entitlements and services provided <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong>.<br />

2.3.5.5. Coordinate all actions related to <strong>the</strong> disposition <strong>of</strong> remains; military honors<br />

program and SCO actions.<br />

2.3.5.6. Coordinate with HQ AFMAO for all interment or inurnment requests <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

PADD to be effected in Arlington National Cemetery (ANC).<br />

2.3.5.7. Provide recurring training for alternate MOs.<br />

2.3.5.8. Establish MOUs between base and civil local authorities, if required.<br />

2.3.5.9. Establish procedures to make payments for authorized mortuary expenses.<br />

2.3.5.10. Maintain a mortuary case file for <strong>the</strong> deaths <strong>of</strong> all eligible personnel.<br />

2.3.5.11. Develop and implement a Mass Fatality Management Plan as part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> overall<br />

base mortuary plan.<br />

2.3.5.12. Track MFI expenses and request additional funding from MAJCOM/SV to<br />

support <strong>the</strong> mission.<br />

2.3.5.13. Maintain a written record <strong>of</strong> all communications with <strong>the</strong> PADD. Disposition<br />

instructions as well as <strong>the</strong> PADD's right to relinquish disposition will be confirmed and<br />

documented in writing. Any o<strong>the</strong>r communications relating to care and disposition <strong>of</strong><br />

remains or personal property, phone conversations and visits/briefings with <strong>the</strong> PADD<br />

will also be documented in writing.<br />

2.3.5.14. Promote Survivor Assistance Program awareness, facilitate FLO training and<br />

maintain contact with FLOs throughout <strong>the</strong> mortuary process IAW AFI 34-1101.<br />

2.3.5.15. Enter data into <strong>the</strong> Defense Casualty Information Processing System (DCIPS).<br />

For more information see this website:<br />

https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/ASPs/CoP/OpenCoP.asp?Filter=<br />

NOTE: All responsibilities <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> MO (and alternate) can be delegated to <strong>the</strong> mortuary<br />

noncommissioned <strong>of</strong>ficer (NCO) or technician. EXCEPTION: The mortuary NCO or<br />

technician cannot: report to a disaster scene when a MO is available, brief <strong>the</strong> PADD, ensure<br />

remains are positively identified, inspect remains, take responsibility for <strong>the</strong> S&R team, or<br />

perform annual inspections <strong>of</strong> contract funeral homes.<br />

2.3.6. Administration and Logistics.<br />

2.3.6.1. Base personnel will support <strong>the</strong> MA to <strong>the</strong> best <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir ability. All support<br />

actions will be carried out as expeditiously as possible.

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