Selective Integration and Synchronization: US Military Consequence Management for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear or High-Yield Explosive Events in the Domestic Environment
Abstract
The Department of Defense (DoD) must clarify its role in the national response structure designed to manage the potential consequences of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or high-yield explosive (CBRNE) events occurring in the United States. Roles and responsibilities should be developed which capitalize on the CBRNE strengths of DoD but which are also aligned with a realistic threat assessment, the President's strategic direction and issues of feasibility. DoD and the U.S. Northein Command must recognize that they are just one player in this national consequence management system and that their effectiveness depends, not on the development of dedicated domestic military response resources, but on a n%ich more effective integration and synchronization of existing resources. This will necessitate changes in operational command and control for military CBRNE assets as well as a realignment of relationships between DoD and other goveinment agencies to facilitate the unity of effort necessary for effective national response.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 16, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA420321
Entities
People
- James L. Mcdonald
Organizations
- Naval War College