Santa Clara County, California
ARES/RACES

Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS)
Introductory Course of Instruction

Module A3: SEMS Operating Requirements and Individual Responsibilities

A3.7: General Demobilization/Release Requirements for SEMS

Agency requirements for demobilization at incidents at the Field Response or at EOC levels will vary considerably.

Large incidents and/or EOC's within larger jurisdictions may require the establishment of a Demobilization Unit within the Planning/Intelligence Section to help facilitate the demobilization process.

General demobilization considerations for all personnel at either the Field Response or EOC Levels are to:

• Complete all work assignments.
• Brief subordinates regarding demobilization.
• Complete and file required forms and reports.
• Follow agency check-out procedures.
• Evaluate performance of subordinates prior to release.
• Return any communications equipment or other non-expendable supplies.
• Report to assigned departure points on time or slightly ahead of schedule.