1. On-Scene Coordinator “Eyes & Ears” on scene! The “Eyes & Ears” on scene!

2. ObjectivesObjectives   IDENTIFY the criteria to determine an OSC   PERFORM the duties of the On-Scene Coordinator (OSC)   STATE the minimum frequency of SITREPs   IMPLEMENT the Search Action Plan (SAP)

3.  Two or more units on scene  Coordinate activities of units  Designated by SMC On Scene Coordinator IAMSAR Vol. 2, 1.2.4

4. OSC Determination v SAR Training v Communications Capabilities v On-Scene Endurance IAMSAR Vol. 2, 1.2.4

5. OSC Selection v CG Resources v Military Units v State & Local Agencies v Civilian Shipping v Local Mariners/Private

6. OSC Duties  Coordinate operations on-scene.  Receive the SAP or Rescue Plan  Plan the SAR operations, if no available plan  Modify SAP or Rescue Plan as situation dictates and keep SMC advised IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

7. Search Plan Modification v Hazards to nav. v Draft vs. Depth v More SRUs v New info v Changes in WX, vis., light IAMSAR Vol. 2, 1.2.4 IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

8. Maximum target exposure in troughs. Orienting Search Areas Angle of the sun

9.  Coordinate on-scene communications   Primary and Secondary frequencies  Monitor performance of other facilities  Ensure operations are conducted safely   Maintain safe separations among facilities   SAR Operation Risks OSC Duties IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

10. Practical Concerns  Is the distress craft in immediate distress?  Can SRU handle the weather conditions?  Do you have enough information?  Can the SRU realistically be of assistance?  Survivors? Number, and logistics?  Is a helicopter involved? SAR Operation Risks IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

11. Situation Report (SITREP) v Pass key information v Minimum frequency shall be daily v Initial SITREPs with significant info v Voice comms may be used OSC Duties IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

12. Record of Operations v SRU arrival and departure times v Area searched v Track spacing used v Sightings and leads v Actions taken v Results obtained OSC Duties IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

13. v Release SRU’s no longer required v Pass survivor information to SMC v Request SMC assistance when needed  Receive and evaluate sighting reports from all units.  Divert units to investigate as necessary. OSC Duties IAMSAR Vol. 3, Ch. 3

14. v What are 3 criteria on which OSC is selected? v Can an OSC modify search plans? v What is the minimum frequency of a SITREP? Review

15. Questions?