JBElmendorf-RichardsonI10-2501 — AtHoc Operations

JBElmendorf-RichardsonI10-2501 governs emergency mass notification operations and the use of the BlackBerry AtHoc Enterprise at JBER.

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  • Publication number: JBElmendorf-RichardsonI10-2501
  • Title: AtHoc Operations
  • Date: 2025-05-27

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The publication describes the Emergency Mass Notification System, its enterprise-wide BlackBerry AtHoc solution, and responsibilities for operating and maintaining it. It requires emergency contact information, establishes authority for base-wide alerts, and addresses Privacy Act information.

Applies to: It establishes the use of the BlackBerry AtHoc Enterprise and applies to personnel of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, 673d Air Base Wing (ABW), USAF supported and tenant units, and US Army Alaska (USARAK) Command and USARAK supported and tenant units at JBER.

Topics covered

  • Emergency Mass Notification System
  • BlackBerry AtHoc Enterprise
  • Base-wide alert notifications
  • Emergency notification contact information
  • AtHoc distribution lists
  • Privacy Act information

Questions and answers

What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Mass Notification System?

The Emergency Mass Notification System (EMNS) is the primary means to alert and warn 100% of assigned forces quickly and effectively of an emergent situation.

Is use of the Emergency Mass Notification System mandatory?

The use of EMNS is mandatory in accordance with AFMAN 10-206, Operational Reporting, Chapter 8.

Who can direct a base-wide alert notification?

The Installation/Wing Commander, or designated representative, is/are the only individual(s) with the authority to direct a base-wide alert notification. (paragraph 10-206)

What emergency events are exceptions to the normal base-wide alert authority?

The only exception to this rule is for non-standard or emergency events such as active shooter/lockdown, hurricane/tropical cyclone conditions of readiness, tornado warning, and weather warning, etc. (paragraph 10-206)

What emergency contact information must personnel provide?

Mandate all personnel to provide an after duty-hours emergency notification contact number (mobile or home), mobile text, and/or personal email. (paragraph 4)

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