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2. Consider using the prototype model for JFO staffing described in Enclosure (3) to
promote a consistent approach.
(2) Develop and maintain IMATs that are sized, trained, and equipped to support field-level
Unified Commands, NIMS Area Commands, and JFO deployments.
(3) Align applicable Coast Guard Area policies, directives, doctrine, manuals, and other
documents with NIMS and the NRP.
(4) Oversee the NIMS and NRP alignment and provide progress reports to Commandant (G-
OPF) in accordance with paragraph 9b of this Instruction.
(5) Align training to support the implementation of the NIMS and NRP. Ensure exercise
programs adequately test the NRP and its implementation.
c. District Commanders.
(1) Working with other departments, agencies, and planning and response bodies at the regional
level, coordinate the following:
(a) Align applicable district and regional plans with the NIMS and NRP. Complete and
insert a copy of Enclosure (1) and Attachment A to Enclosure (1) for plans held at
districts.
(b) Plan and provide for field constructs per Attachment A to Enclosure (1) and Enclosure
(2), as follows:
1. Identify, plan for, and provide staff for NIMS Area Commands and JFOs. Consider
using the prototype model for JFO staffing described in Enclosure (3) to promote a
consistent approach.
2. Provide appropriate support to ESFs 1, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 and 13. Refer to Standard
Operating Procedures (SOP) for ESFs when promulgated. Coordinate with the
designated coordinating agency for each ESF to participate in planning, training and
staffing as required.
(2) Align applicable district polices, directives, doctrine, manuals, and other documents with the
NRP and NIMS.
(3) Oversee NRP alignment by district units.
(4) Align training to support the implementation of the NIMS and NRP. Ensure that planned
exercises adequately test the NRP and its implementation.
d. Commanding Officers of Headquarters Units.
(1) Align applicable plans, policies, directives, doctrine, manuals, and other documents with the
NIMS and NRP.
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