What should be prepared in advance by the requesting PSAP for a TERT deployment?

For a TERT deployment, preparing the TERT package in advance is crucial. This package typically includes all necessary documentation, forms, and operational plans that TERT (Telecommunicator Emergency Response Team) members will need to effectively conduct their missions. This can encompass information about the incident, details of the support required, and logistics needed for TERT personnel to perform their duties in the field.

Having the TERT package ready ensures that all responders are adequately briefed and have the resources they need to carry out their task efficiently once they arrive at the PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point). A well-prepared package not only facilitates a smoother deployment process but also fosters effective communication and coordination among team members and the requesting agency, ultimately enhancing the response to any emergency situation.

While standard operating procedures, contingency budgets, and communication equipment lists are certainly important elements of operational readiness, they can be part of the broader context established in the TERT package. However, the immediate and specific requirement for TERT deployment preparation is the completion of the TERT package itself.