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Interagency Integrated SOPUNCLASSIFIEDTab 4 to Annex K: Spectrum Management1.0 Planning AssumptionsThis tab follows these planning assumptions <strong>and</strong> considerations:• In situations of NS/EP, all normal frequency management functions will continue to operateas usual.• In the case of a national emergency <strong>and</strong> the activation of ESF #2, the FCC <strong>and</strong> NTIA willcontinue to perform their normal frequency management functions at their home sites toinclude processing of all frequency assignment requests relative to the declared emergency.• Prior to their deployment or operation, all non-DOD departments <strong>and</strong> agencies willcoordinate with on-site spectrum managers concerning frequency requirements for systems tobe used by deploying personnel. In all cases coordination should be no later than uponarrival <strong>and</strong> prior to use in the emergency area. This applies to all spectrum-dependentsystems being deployed into the emergency area of operations <strong>and</strong> to any existing systemsoperating in the emergency area that require new frequency authorizations.2.0 PreparationPrior to the Alert, <strong>Activation</strong>, <strong>and</strong> Deployment Phases the DHS Wireless Management <strong>Office</strong>will designate the JFO Communications Unit Spectrum Manager when tasked by COML.3.0 Spectrum Manager ResponsibilitiesThe Spectrum Manager will have the following responsibilities:• Receive the situational awareness briefing developed by the DHS WMO.• Develop a preliminary incident frequency plan to meet the JFO Communications Unit’sinitial needs.• Establish contact with ESF #2 spectrum managers <strong>and</strong> exchange information as appropriate.• Verify the availability of deployable <strong>and</strong> backup spectrum managers <strong>and</strong> conduct a briefing.4.0 Interoperability4.1 What information should responders provide to ESF #2 SpectrumManagers?• Frequencies intended to be used in the emergency response• Interoperability frequencies pre-programmed in responders’ radios• Mutual Aid frequencies pre-programmed in responders’ radios• The ability (or lack thereof) to reprogram radios in the field217Version 8.3Interim Approval April 28, 2006

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