In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?

Question:- In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?

Answer

In the NIMS process of overall incident management, demobilization planning is essential. It is advisable that managers should have a demobilization plan in place during an incident response, which ought to be preferably implemented even in the initial stages.

Demobilization planning and preparation consists of identifying what resources are no longer needed as the response develops in addition to developing a phased demobilization plan dissemination. The demobilization plan should contain information regarding the release policy and procedures for resources, personnel, facilities, and equipment. Efficient demobilization of managed resources enables orderly, secure and cost effective release.

Throughout response and recovery phases, managers keep monitoring the current situation to make necessary modifications in de-mobilization plans. Clear definition of demobilization objectives, regular reviewing resource requirements and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders is important elements for successful planned practices. Well-conducted demobilization assists in closure of an event as orderly and efficient manner.