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Emergency communications

2012-04-23T01:28:22Z

Ajrasmussen:

{{Under construction}}

Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.

The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.

== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.

== Emergency communication methods ==
The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised. It is important to use the best method that will get the message through in a timely manner.
{{ToDo|As we create articles for the various EmComm subjects, link to them in a table here.}}
=== Telephone ===

A land-line or cellular telephone is the primary method in an emergency. However, these may be inoperable, intermittent or ineffective.

=== E-mail ===

If Internet access is available then e-mail can be an effective emergency communication method. Even though the Internet is functional at your location be aware that it may not be functional for all of those whom you need to contact.

=== Text messaging ===

A text message sent from a cellular telephone can often get through even though a voice connection cannot be made due to the reduced bandwidth and the ability for the message to be stored and then sent when service becomes available.

=== Runners ===

Physically carrying a copy of a message from one location to another can often be most effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

=== Amateur radio ===

When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be extremely effective and reliable. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

== Emergency communication plans ==

Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.org ProvidentLiving.org] in the [https://www.lds.org/family/family-well-being/emergency-preparedness?lang=eng Emergency Preparedness and Response] section.
{{ToDo|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}

== Disaster communication stories ==
{{ToDo|Do you have true stories of emergency communication successes or failures?}}

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Emergency communications]]

Emergency communications

2012-03-12T00:16:36Z

Ajrasmussen:

{{Under construction}}

Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increases.

The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders, communications specialists and technology specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref> Some of the information presented here will not be applicable for everyone as the membership density and communication means available vary greatly throughout our worldwide church.

== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.

== Emergency communication methods ==
The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised. It is important to use the best method that will get the message through in a timely manner.
{{ToDo|As we create articles for the various EmComm subjects, link to them in a table here.}}
=== Telephone ===

A land-line or cellular telephone is the primary method in an emergency. However, these may be inoperable, intermittent or ineffective.

=== E-mail ===

If Internet access is available then e-mail can be an effective emergency communication method. Even though the Internet is functional at your location be aware that it may not be functional for all of those whom you need to contact.

=== Text messaging ===

A text message sent from a cellular telephone can often get through even though a voice connection cannot be made due to the reduced bandwidth and the ability for the message to be stored and then sent when service becomes available.

=== Runners ===

Physically carrying a message from one location to another can be effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

=== Amateur radio ===

When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be effective. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment and expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

== Emergency communication plans ==

Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.org ProvidentLiving.org] in the [https://www.lds.org/family/family-well-being/emergency-preparedness?lang=eng Emergency Preparedness and Response] section.
{{ToDo|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}

== Disaster communication stories ==
{{ToDo|Do you have true stories of emergency communication successes or failures?}}

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Emergency communications]]

Emergency communications

2012-03-03T23:28:47Z

Ajrasmussen:

{{Under construction}}

Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increase.

The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and communications specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref>

== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.

== Emergency communication methods ==
The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised.
{{ToDo|As we create articles for the various EmComm subjects, link to them in a table here.}}
=== Telephone ===

A land-line or cellular telephone is the primary method in an emergency. However, these may be inoperable, intermittent or ineffective.

=== E-mail ===

If Internet access is available then e-mail can be an effective emergency communication method. Even though the Internet is functional at your location be aware that it may not be functional for all of those whom you need to contact.

=== Text messaging ===

A text message sent from a cellular telephone can often get through even though a voice connection cannot be made due to the reduced bandwidth and the ability for the message to be stored and then sent when service becomes available.

=== Runners ===

Physically carrying a message from one location to another can be effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

=== Amateur radio ===

When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be effective. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment, expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

== Emergency communication plans ==

Guideline for emergency communication plans for Stakes/Districts and Wards/Branches can be found at [https://providentliving.org ProvidentLiving.org] in the [https://www.lds.org/family/family-well-being/emergency-preparedness?lang=eng Emergency Preparedness and Response] section.
{{ToDo|Add information to this section that is consistent with Emergency Communications section at ProvidentLiving.org }}

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Emergency communications]]

Emergency communications

2012-03-03T23:02:48Z

Ajrasmussen:

{{Under construction}}

Following a disaster communication often becomes an urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings, and to manage relief efforts increase.

The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and communications specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at [http://ProvidentLiving.org ProvidentLiving.org] and in the Church handbooks.<ref>See Handbook 2, [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/meetings-in-the-church/18.3.7?lang=eng#183 Section 18.3.7] and [https://www.lds.org/handbook/handbook-2-administering-the-church/selected-church-policies/21.2.3?lang=eng#212 Section 21.2.3].</ref>

== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.

== Emergency communication methods ==
The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised.

=== Telephone ===

A land-line or cellular telephone is the primary method in an emergency. However, these may be inoperable, intermittent or ineffective.

=== E-mail ===

If Internet access is available then e-mail can be an effective emergency communication method. Even though the Internet is functional at your location be aware that it may not be functional for all of those whom you need to contact.

=== Text messaging ===

A text message sent from a cellular telephone can often get through even though a voice connection cannot be made due to the reduced bandwidth and the ability for the message to be stored and then sent when service becomes available.

=== Runners ===

Physically carrying a message from one location to another can be effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

=== Amateur radio ===

When all other communication methods fail, amateur radio (HAM) has proven to be effective. Amateur radio operators provide their own equipment, expertise, and they practice and prepare to provide emergency communications. [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

== Emergency communication plans ==

... to be continued ...

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Emergency communications]]

Emergency communications

2012-02-22T16:20:31Z

Ajrasmussen:

= Welcome to the Emergency Communications Wiki =

'''''(UNDER CONSTRUCTION)'''''

Following a disaster communications often becomes a urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings increase.

The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and stake communications specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at ProvidentLiving.org and in the Church Handbook.

== Why is this wiki here on tech.lds.org? ==
The skills of this technical community are very beneficial to help others provide communications in an emergency using every available means. Please feel free to contribute.

== Emergency communication methods ==
The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised.

=== Telephone ===

A land-line or cellular telephone is the primary method in an emergency. However, these may be inoperable, intermittent or ineffective.

=== E-mail ===

If Internet access is available then e-mail can be an effective emergency communication method. Even though the Internet is functional at your location be aware that it may not be functional for all of those whom you need to contact.

=== Text messaging ===

A text message sent from a cellular telephone can often get through even though a voice connection cannot be made due to the reduced bandwidth and the ability for the message to be stored and then sent when service becomes available.

=== Runners ===

Physically carrying a message from one location to another can be effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

=== Amateur radio ===

When all other communication methods fail, amateur (HAM) radio has proven effective. Amateur radio operators have their own equipment and practice and prepare to provide emergency communications [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

== Emergency communication plans ==

... to be continued ...

Emergency communications

2012-02-22T06:41:25Z

Ajrasmussen: Initial content concept

= Welcome to the Emergency Communications Wiki =

Following a disaster communications often becomes a urgent need because normal communication channels become overloaded or disrupted, while the need to account for Members, Missionaries, Homes and Buildings increase.

The intent of this wiki is to provide information regarding emergency communications for priesthood leaders and stake communications specialists. This site is not a substitute for the information provided at ProvidentLiving.org and in the Church Handbook.

== Emergency communication methods ==
The method of communications will vary depending on location, damage and various other conditions. Thus a combination of all available methods may be advised.

=== Telephone ===

A land-line or cellular telephone is the primary method in an emergency. However, these may be inoperable, intermittent or ineffective.

=== E-mail ===

If Internet access is available then e-mail can be an effective emergency communication method. Even though the Internet is functional at your location be aware that it may not be functional for all of those whom you need to contact.

=== Text messaging ===

A text message sent from a cellular telephone can often get through even though a voice connection cannot be made due to the reduced bandwidth and the ability for the message to be stored and then sent when service becomes available.

=== Runners ===

Physically carrying a message from one location to another can be effective if the area of the unit can be reasonably covered by runners. A runner can use whatever transportation method is available including automobiles, bicycles and walking on foot.

=== Amateur radio ===

When all other communication methods fail, amateur (HAM) radio has proven effective. Amateur radio operators have their own equipment and practice and prepare to provide emergency communications [definitions and links to ARES and RACES will be needed].

The church has an emergency communications organization that includes amateur radio operators at church headquarters and select Bishop Storehouses specifically trained to provide Emergency Response Communications (ERC).

== Emergency communication plans ==

... to be continued ...