Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings

Training Support Package Participant Guide

Table of Contents
MODULE 11 PERFORMANCE EXERCISE – Administration Page ............................. 2
Duration ....................................................................................................................... 2
Scope Statement ......................................................................................................... 2
Terminal Learning Objectives (TLO) ............................................................................ 2
Activities ...................................................................................................................... 2
Resources ................................................................................................................... 2
Instructor to Participant Ratio ...................................................................................... 2
Reference List ............................................................................................................. 2
Performance Exercise Statement ................................................................................ 3
Assessment Strategy ................................................................................................... 3
ICON MAP ...................................................................................................................... 4

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MODULE 11 PERFORMANCE EXERCISE – Administration

Page
Duration
1.5 Hours
Scope Statement
During this module, participants will apply skills and knowledge previously gained in the
course to resolve typical problems and issues associated with pre- and post-detonation
and special response situations. Participants are assigned to teams and required to
assess scenarios provided by the instructor. During each scenario assessment,
participants develop an action plan for responding agencies. Each team is required to
make one or more presentations that summarize the results of group discussion.
Terminal Learning Objectives (TLO)
At the conclusion of this module, participants will be able to apply acquired skills and
knowledge to formulate responses to hypothetical pre-detonation, post-detonation, and
special situation scenarios using safe and effective procedures.
Activities
Participants will work in assigned groups to resolve typical problems and issues
associated with pre- and post-detonation and special response situations. At the
conclusion of the work group, group members will present their results and
recommendations to the other class members.
Resources
• IRTB Course Handouts (one per participant).
• Pencil or pen, protective glasses, badge, and nameplate (one per participant).
• IRTB Flash Drive containing Participant Guide, Video Library, Case Study
Library, and Additional Resources (one per participant).
• Digital projectors, flip-chart, and whiteboard.
• Slides and video clips.
Instructor to Participant Ratio
Conference (Classroom–2:50; Range–3:50).
Reference List
See Appendices.

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Performance Exercise Statement

The Performance Exercise consists of selected bombing-incident scenarios that require
participants to identify appropriate actions for emergency responders in pre-detonation,
post-detonation, and special situation scenarios. Teams of participants are required to
answer a series of questions concerning each scenario and present their findings to the
members of other teams. Instructors will supply assistance when requested or
necessary to maximize the learning opportunity. Instructors will use a Core Competency
Review Sheet to ensure that each group’s proposed response addresses
considerations for seven basic core competencies; if groups fail to address a certain
core competency, the instructors will review that content with the class while providing
feedback on the group’s presentation.
Assessment Strategy
• Observation of the level and quality of classroom participation.
• Participation and quality of performance on the performance exercise.
• Administration of the post-test to assess mastery of module objectives (TLO and
ELOs).

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ICON MAP
Question: Used when there is an opportunity to ask a question or start a class
discussion.

Key Points/Learning Objectives: Used to highlight each time lesson content is

directly relevant to an Enabling Learning Objective.

First Responder Safety: Used to highlight information that relates directly to the
personal safety of first responders.

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Module 11 Performance Exercise
October 2016

Slide 11-1 IRTB Module 11: Performance Exercise

The class will be divided into five groups; each group will receive a
WMD response scenario reflecting a situation that could be
encountered in a U.S. community. Participants are required to
conduct an analysis of the situation, answer a series of questions
concerning it, and prepare and deliver a presentation to the class.
The groups will be monitored to determine their progress and
instructors will offer any help requested. Spokespersons will be
selected at random from each group to provide a briefing to the
class outlining the actions that should be taken to complete a safe
and effective response to each scenario.

This training program has addressed an extensive amount of

material. Learning the material is important, particularly for
participants who have limited experience responding to WMD
incidents. However, it is also essential that participants learn how to
use this material on-the-job when participating in an actual WMD
incident response.

The modules in this course have provided a solid foundation—the

information necessary to plan for and execute an effective incident
response. During this module, there will be an opportunity to apply
that information in scenarios that simulate situations that may be
encountered in participants’ respective communities.

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It is essential to participate actively in the scenarios presented

during this module. The level of participation will determine the
value of this course to each participant and his or her department.

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Slide 11-2 Terminal Learning Objective

At the conclusion of this module, participants will be able to apply

acquired skills and knowledge to formulate responses to
hypothetical pre-detonation, post-detonation, and special situation
scenarios using safe and effective procedures.

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Course Map
Module 1: Course Introduction

Module 2 Module 3 Field Module 4 Module 5 Field

Understanding Introduction Laboratory Recognizing Recognizing Laboratory
Recognition Terrorist to Energetic 1 Energetic Explosive Device 2
Bombing Materials Materials Components and
Incidents Devices

Module 6 Module 7 Module 8 Field Module 9

Responding to Responding to Unique Response Laboratory Ensuring First
Response Pre-Detonation Post-Detonation Challenges 3 Responder Health
Incidents Incidents and Safety

Module 10 Module 11 Module 12

Additional First Responder Performance Exercise Course Summary,
Exercise &
Training Post-Test, Evaluation, and
Administration
Graduation

EMERGENCY OPERATIONS SENSITIVE Module 11, Slide 11-3

Slide 11-3 Course Map

Module 11 contains a performance exercise which is the

culmination of the IRTB course.

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Slide 11-4 Exercise Requirements

This slide contains basic instructions for the participants to

complete this final performance exercise.

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