LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN

Once SRQARES is activated, SAR-1/SAR-2 becomes a controlled R&I (Resource & Information net. Always follow the instructions of the Net Control Station and only transmit when invited to do so. All routine voice traffic is expected to move to alternate frequencies. The R&I Net is intended for Emergency and Priority traffic only. Note that Outbound Health and Welfare traffic is considered to be Priority Traffic while inbound Health & Welfare requests are not.

Check into the R&I net when requested using normal check in procedures: i.e. Net Control this is W4XYZ. Wait for Net Control to acknowledge your transmission and follow net controls instructions.
Once checked into the R&I net, continue to monitor SAR-1 or SAR-2 at the top of each hour to keep up to date on SRQARES status and possible advanced mobilization if required. You do not need to check into the net more than once but are expected to monitor the net awaiting further instructions or assignments. The R&I Net Control will contact you if needed. Start your ICS 214 form, reporting any significant events heard. This log is needed following an event for financial reimbursement of the county by the Federal Government. It also serves as a valuable record for after action reporting of what worked and what we need to improve upon.

During the incident, we expect that there will be little if any traffic passed with the possible exception of unexpected emergencies and weather information.