ID
7-508-1234
Name
Debris Monitoring Team
Status
Published
Version
1.5
Updated
3/16/2021 8:46:46 AM
Original Release
03/16/2021
Last Major Release
03/16/2021
Description
The Debris Monitoring Team oversees debris removal operations in the aftermath of an incident, according to the debris management plan.
Resource Category
Public Works
Primary Core Capability
Infrastructure Systems
Secondary Core Capability
 
Resource Kind
Team
Overall Function
The Debris Monitoring Team: 1. Monitors debris removal operations in the field and at debris sites 2. Measures and certifies truck capacities 3. Ensures that equipment operators and haulers segregate debris 4. Ensures that equipment operators and haulers do not mix hazardous waste with other waste types 5. Ensures that equipment operators and haulers pick up only eligible debris and track debris appropriately 6. Supports recorded observations with digital photography and video recording 7. Reports any irregularities to appropriate personnel 8. Ensures compliance with contractor scope of work 9. Maintains documentation of debris eligible for removal and hauling equipment used
Composition and Ordering Specifications
1. Discuss logistics for deploying this team, such as working conditions, length of deployment, security, lodging, transportation and meals, prior to deployment.
Supporting Core Capabilities
None
Components
Component Notes  
Minimum Personnel Per TeamNot Specified
Component Types
Type Attribute
Type 14
Management And Oversight Personnel Per TeamNot Specified
Component Types
Type Attribute
Type 11 – National Incident Management System (NIMS) Type 1 Debris Supervisor
SUPPORT PERSONNEL PER TEAMTeam should be familiar with procedures for managing special considerations, such as environmental compliance, historic preservation, valuables/personal property, hazardous materials (HAZMAT), animal carcasses, human remains and protecting crime scene evidence.
Component Types
Type Attribute
Type 13 – National Incident Management System (NIMS) Type 1 Debris Technical Specialist
General Equipment Per TeamMeasuring devices include tape measures (25' to 100') and measuring wheels.
Component Types
Type Attribute
Type 11. GPS 2. Laptop computer 3. Digital camera 4. Measuring device 5. Other equipment and supplies as necessary based on ordering specifications
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Equipment Per Team MemberThe following regulation addresses PPE: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1910.132: Personal Protective Equipment.
Component Types
Type Attribute
Type 1PPE is mission specific and may include: 1. Hard hat 2. Safety-toe boots 3. Reflective vest 4. Eye and ear protection 5. Respirator 6. Gloves 7. Masks 8. Basic first aid kit 9. Flashlight
Communications Equipment Per TeamNot Specified
Component Types
Type Attribute
Type 1Appropriate team communications, such as two-way radios, cell phones or satellite phones
873
Notes
References
Reference
FEMA, NIMS 508: Debris Assessment Team
FEMA, NIMS 509: Debris Supervisor
FEMA, NIMS 509: Debris Technical Specialist
FEMA, National Incident Management System (NIMS), October 2017
FEMA, National Response Framework, October 2019
FEMA, Public Assistance Debris Management Guide, latest edition adopted
FEMA, Public Assistance Debris Monitoring Guide, latest edition adopted
FEMA, Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide (PAPPG), latest edition adopted
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Emergency Relief Manual, latest edition adopted
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1910.132: Personal Protective Equipment, latest edition adopted
Published Versions
Version Publish Date Document Type
1.5 3/16/2021 8:46:46 AM PDF
1.4 11/15/2019 5:22:05 PM PDF
1.3 9/28/2018 5:08:40 PM PDF
1.2 6/19/2018 11:45:49 AM PDF
1.1 6/19/2018 10:23:21 AM PDF
1.0 6/18/2018 11:40:34 PM PDF