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National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDillAFB, FL USA
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August 2003
Distribution List
TASK FORCE STANDING ORDERS (TFSO)

1.
Enclosed is the final edition of OP APOLLO Task Force Standing Orders (TFSO Ed 3)
including a proposed TFSO pertaining to Sametime Chat Policy that was still under review at the
time Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA) ceased operations. •
2.
This represents the final iteration of TFSOs that promulgated policy and procedures
pertaining to the national command, control and administration of CA JTFSWA.

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JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH WEST ASIA
TFSO 307

SAMETIME CHAT POLICY
References: A. DAOD 6000-1 - Acceptable Use of the Internet, Defense Intranet and other
Electronic Networks
B. Maritime Forces Pacific (MARPAC) Sametime Chat User Guide (enclosed)

PURPOSE

307.1 The purpose of this Task Force Standing Order (TFSO) is to promulgate JTFS WA policy
and procedures for the use of Sametime Chat software.
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307.2 Sametime Chat is used to allow selected staff to have real time communications with
Canadian Navy Ships in the Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) Area of responsibility (AOR)
as well as NDCC, MARLANTHQ and MARPACHQ. Approval was received for key staff
positions within the NCE to have Sametime Chat software installed on their TITAN workstations
as well as the creation of user accounts.
COMMANDER’S INTENT

307.3 Ensure Sametime Chat users utilize the program within appropriate guidelines.
POLICY AND PROCEDURES

307.4 General. NCE Branch heads are to ensure that an operational requirement exists before
requesting the creation of Sametime Chat user accounts. Requests for user accounts are to be
submitted to J6 for staffing to NDHQ J6 Operations via the Request for Service/Request for
Change (RFS/RFC) process. Approved RFS/RFC will be staffed to MARPAC N6, who is
responsible for the creation of user accounts, including the provision of users names and
passwords. Upon notification that a user account has been created, the NCCIS Detachment
Supervisor will be requested to install Sametime Chat software on the applicable Titan
workstation(s). Only NCCIS Detachment personnel are authorized to install the software.

307.5 Responsibilities. Once a new user account has been created, the NCCIS Detachment
Supervisor shall:
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Install the Sametime Chat software on the TITAN work station of the authorized
user;

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provide the user with a user name and password;

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inform the user that he or she shall not share his or her password; and

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provide the user with a copy of the Sametime Chat User Guide (Annex A).

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SECURITY

307.6 Guidelines at reference A with regard to Acceptable Use of the Internet, Defense Intranet
and Other Electronic Networks and Computers apply to Sametime Chat.

HISTORY RECORD
307.7 The running series of time-stamped discussions and directions related to an operational
event for which Sametime Chat is used become an important record of events and a vital part of
the historical record.
307.8 All operational chats shall therefore be saved before closing the chat window. Cutting
and pasting the chat text to a MS Word document most easily accomplish saving of chat
windows. These Word documents shall then be saved on a daily basis for future reference and as
part of the historical record.
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Summary
Sametime Chat client is a small chat client used primarily for point to point
communications between two or more individuals. Sametime also incorporates the
shared workspace function in its Meeting Centre. The purpose of Sametime is not to
replace traditional communications tools, but to expand the user’s reach and improve
internal and external communications within the organization.

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Log On to Sametime

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The “Sametime server” Host name is dependent upon the network used:
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3. The Sametime Group view will appear.
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An unlimited number of users can be added to your ‘buddy list.’

Adding Staff Groups
Various staffs and Sametime User groups (STUserGroupName) are listed in the various
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1. To add staff groups to your ‘buddy list’ Select People-^ Add.’

2. Type in the name of the group or select one or more from the address book
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Staff Groups cannot be modified in the way that personal groups can. Only
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How to Start an Impromptu Meeting (IM) Chat
1. To initiate an IM Chat with someone, ‘double-click’ on the desired user’s name from
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TIP: Just ‘drag and drop’ the name of the wanted invitee directly from your
‘Buddy List’ and onto the ‘Invitees’ frame in the ‘Invite Others to a Meeting’
window. (Saves you from doing steps 3 &amp; 4 steps)

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2. Due to excess bandwidth requirements, the following tools have been turned off:
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How to Attend a SM Chat
1. Unlike an IM Chat, users do not need to be ‘invited’ into a SM Chat in order to
participate. This is because the Meeting Room remains available for use, even when
there is no active participant. The Meeting Room will remain active until the scheduled
meeting duration time is met or the Meeting Room is ‘Ended’ by the moderator.
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More Information about Sametime
1. Lotus Sametime has many advanced features that are not described in this basic user
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National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL USA
33621
3350-134-01 (J3 Air)
/August 2003

Chief Of Staff J3
National Defence Headquarters
Major-General Georges R. Pearks Building
101 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa ON K1A0K2

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National v,„iense
Defence nationale

Commander National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL USA
33621

3350-134-1 (J4 Sup)

August 2003

DCDS (through COS J3)
CA JTFSWA CAMP MIRAGE
AMMUNITION LICENSE
References: A. 11300-75 (OC CSS) 21 July 2003
B. 3350-165/A27 (J3 Inti 2-4) 30 May 03
C. 3350-Apollo (J4 Log) 15 May 03, DAPM Ammunition TAV to Op Apollo Camp
Mirage 21 Mar-06 Apr 03
D. Ammunition Depots and Fixed Ammunition Facilities, C-09-153-001/TS-000, Prt 4,
sect 10, Para 4
1. As identified in refs, a license for Camp Mirage Host Nation ammunition facility is
required.

2. The Host Nation ammunition facility is located within Al Minhad Air Base and is of
British design and construction and their licensing standards and methods of storage
adhere to the British equivalent.

3. This license is submitted for Command (DCDS) signature/approval and furtherance to
DAPM for final technical evaluation.

D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander

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Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
National Support Unit
PO Box 5105 Station Forces
Belleville ON K8N 5W6
11300-75 (OC CSS)

21 July 2003
Commander Joint Task Force South West Asia
National Command Element
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
Macdill AFB
Tampa FL 33621
USA

CA JTFSWA NSU CAMP MIRAGE
AMMUNITION FACILITY LICENSE

Reference: A 3350-165/A27 (J3 Inti 2-4) 30 May 03
B. 3350-Apollo (J4 Log) 15 May 03, DAPM Ammunition TAV to Op Apollo Camp
Mirage 21 Mar-06 Apr 03.
C. Ammunition Depots and Fixed Ammunition Facilities, C-09-153-001/TS-000, Part 4,
sect 10, Para 4

As identified in refs, the small three magazine facility located within the Host
1.
Nation ammunition facility requires a license. Enclosed, is the subsequent license.
2.
Asa result of the access to the magazines and their operation being subject to
Host Nation regulations, the DND 1004 submission was completed minus the facility site
plan. The Host Nation was reluctant to provide us with a site plan of their ammunition
facilities. The ammunition facility located within Al Minhad Air Base is of British
Design and construction and their licensing standards and methods of storage adhere to
the British equivalent.
This license is submitted for Command (DCDS) signature/approval and
3.
furtherance to DAPM for final technical evaluation.

J.P.J Leblanc
Colonel
Commanding Officer

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Commander CAJTFSWA

DND 1004 LICENCE SUBMISSION
Reference: Ammunition Depots and Fixed Ammunition Facilities, C-09-153-001/TS-000,
Part 4, sect 10, Para 4

The following licence is submitted for Op Apollo, Al Minhad, Ammo Facility. It
is submitted IAW ref but has certain deficiencies related to assessment documents. Due
to security reasons of the Host Nation a site plan for the Ammo Facility has not been
provided. The Ammo facility is situated with a minimum of a 1 km exclusion zone
surrounding it. The area is completely barren and uninhabited. Therefore, the appropriate
governing ES is internal to the facility.
1.

2.
The NSU Ammo facility consists of three small ammo magazines located inside
of the main Al Minhad Ammo facility. These magazines are controlled by the NSU AT
and the RQ Supply Org within the NSU. Access to the overall facility and operations is
subject to the regulations of the Host Nation. The Ammo facility located within Al
Minhad Air Base is of British Design and manufacture. The licencing standards and
methods of storage are to the British equivalent. Specific information as to contents of
surrounding Igloo magazines has not been provided.
3.
Due to limited information provided by the host nation this DND 1004
submission has been produced utilizing the maximum QD required for exposed sites. The
ammunition item storage list has been kept to a minimum and qty’s indicated are
considered maximums in nature. The 1.1 HD is not an excessive amount but is required
to maintain a combination of force protection and unit Demo kits.
4.
As the three magazine facility is inside of a host nation controlled facility,
stringent control and monitoring of ammunition storage standards by the Senior Ammo
Tech have been implemented as a due diligence measure. NEQ limits indicated on the
DND 1004 will never be approached.

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While operating in accordance with the restrictions/regulations of the Host Nation
5.
within the Ammo facility, as their standards appear to be of the British equivalent, the
level of explosive safety/storage standards is comparable. Based on this, with internal
ammunition control measures there will be no compromise to ammunition
storage/management procedures.

N.Laker
WO
Sr AT, Op Apollo

Annexes:
ANNEX A: DND 1004
ANNEX B: DND 1005
ANNEX C: List of Ammo for storage

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PERMIS D’ENTREPOSAGE DE CHARGES D'E^fTenvertudelaLoifacets Hnfarmation

3 WITH / CONFORMEMENT A C-09-1

(IN ACCORD.

001/TS-000)

PART 1 - IDENTIFICATION DETAILS / PARTIE 1 - DETAILS D'INFORMATION
1. FACILITY - INSTALLATION

2 SITE NO. - N* D EMPLACEMENT

3. SERIAL NO. - N* DE MATRlCULE

CAJTFSWA Host Nation Ammo Facility

N/A

4950-05-03

5. FACILITY PLAN NO. - N* DU PLAN D’INSTALLATION 6. SITE PLAN NO. - N’ DU PLAN DE L’EMPLACEMENT

4. TYPE OF SITE • TYPE D'EMPLACEMENT

Magazine - Earth-covered bldg.

N/A

9 USEABLE STORAGE AREA? VOLUME

B. INTERNAL DIMENSIONS

7. TYPE OF LIGHTNING PROTECTION syst

N/A

AIRE I VOL D'ENTREPOSAGE UTILISABLE

DIMENSIONS A L'INTSRieUR

Eme OE PARATONNERRE

N/A

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12m

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HAUTEUR D'EMPILEMENT

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11. FLOOR LOAD LIMIT

10. STACKING HEIGHT

6m

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CHARGES MAXIMALES D'ENTREPOSAGE AU PLANCHER

N/A
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PART 2 - EXPLOSIVES LIMITS / PARIE 2 - CHARGES MAXIMALES D’EXPLOSIFS

2.6

DIVISION

N/A

Subject to the regulations in CFTO C-09-153-001/TS-000 and any limitations detailed hereon the following quanties of explosives may be stored on this site.
Sous reserve de r&amp;glemcnts 6tabis dans TITFC C-09-153-001/TS-000 et dans diverses contralnles exposdes ci-dessous, les quantities suivantes peuvent 6tre entreposdes dans ce si6ge (fentroposage.
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DIVISIONS DE

POIDS AUTORISE

1.1
1.21

1.22
1.33
1.34

1.4

5,850

250,000
250,000

DETAILS

EXPOSED SITE NAME/NO.

(kg)

RISQUE

15. GOVERNING FACTORS • FACTEURS GOUVERNAN 16. DETAILS

NOM / N* DU SITE EXPOSE

DISTANCE (m)

OR

PES is located 100m to the nearest ES,
an Earth Covered Magazine (igloo)
and 400m from a GP 2 Office Bldg

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244,141

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OR - Any combination of hazard divisions when mixed in accordance with CFTO
C-09-153-001/TS-000 when the governing division does not exceed the above figures.

OU - Une combinaison de division de risques telle que permise par I'lTFC

DATE

______ N.Laker WO Sr AT Op Apollo

IS

18. COMMANDING OFFICER / SUPERINTENOANT

DATE

July 03

OFFICER COM

C-09-153-001/TS-000 lorsque la divison dominante n'excdde pas les chiffres ci-haut.

________________________________________________________________ J.P.J Leblanc Col CO NSU
PART 3 - COMMAND USE / PARTIE 3 - A L'USAGE DU COMMANDANT

21

July 03

19.1 RECOMMEND THE ABOVE-MENTIONED EXPLOSIVE LIMITS - JE RECOMMANDE LES CHARGES MAXIMALES D’EXPLOSIFS SUSMENTIONNEES

20. DESIGNATION AND SIGNATURE - DESIGNATION ET SIGNATURE

21. COMMAND/GROUP PRINCIPAL - COMMANDEMENT/CHEF DE GROUPE

DATE

PART 4 - NDHQ USE ONLY / PARTIE 4 - A L'USAGE EXCLUSIF DU QGDN
22. I APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING - J APPROUVE SOUS RESERVE DE CE GUI SUIT:

23. EXPIRY DATE - DATE D’EXPIRATION

24. NDHQ AUTHORITY - L’AUTORITE DU QGDN

25. DATE

DND 1004 (10-00)

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-[PLOSIVES STORAGE WORKSHEET / FEUILLE DE TRAVAIL POUR L’ENTREPOSAGE D’EXPLOSIFS

IN ACCORDANCE WITH / CONFORMEMENT A C-09-153-001/TS-000
2. SERIAL NO. - N‘ DE SgRIE

1. FACILITY - INSTALLATION

CAJTFSWA Host Nation Ammo Facility

4950 05 03

6. SITE PLAN NO. - N‘ DU PLAN DE CEMPLACEMEI 7. TYPE OF LIGHTNING PROTECTION - SYSTfiME DE PARATONNERRE

N/A

3. SITE NO. - N" D'EMPLACEMENT

N/A

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N/A

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8. INTERNAL DIMENSIONS - DIMENSIONS INTfiRIEURES

L.

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4. TYPE OF SITE - TYPE D'EMPLACEMENT

6

H.

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10. USABLE STORAGE AREAA/OLUME

- HAUTER D'EMPILEMENT

- SURFACE/VOLUME D'ENTREPOSAGE UTILISABL D'ENTREPOSAGE AU PLANCHER

3.4

2.6 m

52 m3

11. FLOOR LOAD LIMIT - CHARGES MAXIMALES

135 m3

kg/m2

12. CONSTRUCTION DETAILS - DETAILS DE CONSTRUCTION

Qty 3 earth covered magazines grouped together within 8m of each other. Licenced together as one site within the HN Ammo facility.

SEPARATION DISTANCE - DISTANCE DE SEPARATION
Exposed Sites - Insert distances(m) at appropriate matrix junctions. Only one distance permitted in each column. SiAges exposAs - InsArez les distances (m) aux jonctions appropriAes. Seulement une distance par colonne.

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H. D.
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1.22
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1.33
250
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H.D. 1.1
5,850
or
COMMENTS/COMMENTAIRES:
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or
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H.D. 1.22
250,000
or
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244,141
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Dist List (#Op Apollo NCE Tampa users) via e-mail

PARADE DIRECTIVESWASM PRESENTATIONS - 16 Al 1C. 03

SITUATION

1.
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA) will conduct a Medals Parade
at the covered Pavillion on 16 Aug 03. Presentations will be made by General Dennis C.
Tabbemor, Commander CA JTFSWA.
AIM

2.

The aim of this directive is to detail format and tasks.

EXECUTION

3.

The parade will follow a standard format.
a.

Parade Formation: Single Ranks - Hollow Square. Rear rank will encompass
only those pers who have mil yet received their SWASM;

b.

Composition: NCE will form up Officers and NCMs mixed together. Attendance
is mandatory for all NCE personnel;

C.

Parade Timings'

(1)

Form-up: 0945 hrs under direction of CSM (or designate),

(2)

Ceremony: 1000 hrs. The following timings will be adhered to:
(a) COS falls in: 0955 hrs, and
(b) Comd/SO arrive 1000 hrs;

d.

Location. Event will be held at the CENTCOM outdoor patio (Pavilion) area;

e.

Parade Seqiuence. Std format. No special instructions. Key pers will be briefed
accordingly;
wBcd
Dress: CADPAT with berets. All pers will remove security/access badges; and

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Flag Party. No Flag Party will be present, however Canadian and US flags will be
on static display.

ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS

4.

Medical. N/A. All pers are FA qualified and will react as nec.

5.

Work Party. LS Estey is requested to procure CA/US flags as per normal.

6.

Photographer. MCpl Wadge.

7.

Recce. N/A.

General. Prior to parade form-up at the pavilion, all medal recipients (listedbelow) will
8.
be provided with a “medal hook” on which the Comd will hang the medal. The hook is to be
placed above the left pocket flap of the CADPAT shirt. Following dismissal, all medal
recipients are required to sign for their medal as well as taking a medal “storage” box if so
desired (Cpl Conarroe to coord signatures/boxes).

LCol Szczerbaniwicz Maj Gushue
LCdr Waller
LCdrSamoluk
Lt(N) Work
WO Didomenico
Cpl Fraser

Maj Grandy
Capt Robinson
Sgt Crump

Maj Pringle
Lt(N) Morrissette
Cpl Colwell

COMMAND
9.

10.

Command for this parade is as follows:
a.

Reviewing Officer. BGen D.C. Tabbemor

b.

Parade Commander. LCol G. Szczerbaniwicz, and

c.

Parade CSM. MWO R.J. Handrahan.

Any queries regarding the parade may be directed to MWO Handrahan at 7-1559.

baniwicz
LCo
CO^ »A JJFSWA

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134-1
CONFIDENTIAL
National Support Unit
Joint Task Force South West Asia
PO Box 5105 Station Forces
Belleville, Ontario, Canada
K8N 5W6

1000-1 (CO NSU)
29 July 2003
Commander
Joint Task Force South West Asia
Canadian National Command Element
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill Air Force Base
Tampa, Florida, United States of America
33621

OP APOLLO ROTO TWO
END-TOUR REPORT- NATIONAL SUPPORT UNIT

Reference: DDIO Revise One Annex A to Chapter 3
Introduction

1.
This report is submitted in accordance with reference, to include events and
activities undertaken by the Joint Task Force South West Asia (JTFSWA) National
Support Unit (NSU) at Camp Mirage (CM) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), between
the dates of 22 February 2003 and 30 July 2003, inclusive.
General Overview

2.
Over the reporting period, the regional threat level steadily climbed as the threat
of a regional war increased. This was reflected in increased attention to Force Protection
(FP) issues that were either reviewed or instigated. As directed on 18 March 2003, CM
restricted travel off-camp to Duty purposes only, in anticipation of the launch of
Operation IRAQI FREEDOM by the US-led coalition. Non-duty walking-out privileges
were re-instated, with some restrictions, on 19 April 2003 with CA JTFSWA approval.

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3.
This reporting period saw the arrival of increased FP resources to Camp Mirage
(defensive works, Defense &amp; Security (D&amp;S) Platoon) in March 2003. They are now
fully integrated into CM operations. D&amp;S Pl has been tasked into theatre on rotating 56day engagements, with the first two rotations established at 38 personnel sourced from 1
PPCLI in Edmonton. The third rotation, which began on 27 June 2003 and will run into
August, is comprised of 30 personnel from 1 RCHA.
Summary of NSU Activities

4.
Mission. The mission of the NSU is to provide logistics, administrative and
technical support to CTG 307.1, the Long-Range Patrol (LRP) Detachment (until their
departure on 19 Jun 03), the Tactical Air-Lift (TAL) Detachment, the National
Command, Control and Information Services (NCCIS) Squadron, and Liaison Officers
deployed in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Afghanistan.
5.

Tasks. The NSU provides the following functions and services:

a.

NSU Headquarters. The headquarters performs the following functions:
(1)

Operations Centre. The NSU Ops Centre coordinates logistic and
administrative support on a 24/7 basis, and now includes separate
cells for Intelligence, Training, NBCD, and Planning.

(2)

Legal. A legal officer under the operational command of the Judge
Advocate General, but responsive to the commanding officers of
OP APOLLO, is attach-posted to the NSU at Camp Mirage. The
Legal Officer’s role is to provide advice to the chains of command,
particularly in the UAE, on issues relating to operational law
(including Law Of Armed Combat and Rules Of Engagement),
discipline, international law, personnel matters, contracting, claims
and other legal matters.

(3)

Public Affairs. This section coordinates media requests related to
deployed forces in the UAE, in close coordination with JTFSWA
NCE PAffO and in collaboration with CTG 307.1 PAffO.

(4)

Chaplain Services. Plans and provides chaplain services to the
NSU and its supported units, including re-integration briefings for
outgoing rotation personnel.

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(5)

Force Protection. Expertise and support as required, concerning
FP issues locally and abroad within the JTFSWA AOR.

(6)

Visits. Coordinates logistical and administrative support to all
visitors to Camp Mirage.

(7)

Liaison to Host Nation. A Canadian officer (Major) from the NSU
is currently stationed in Abu Dhabi as HN Liaison. He is the
primary point of contact between the NSU and Host Nation for
clearances, visas, etc. as well as the primary augmentee for the
newly-formed HN Coalition Coordination Centre (CCC) at Al
Dhafra Air Force Base.

b.

Forward Logistics Site (FLS). The FLS plans, coordinates and provides
sustainment, movement of personnel, and coordinates maintenance
support to all HMC ships deployed in the JTFSWA AOR;

c.

Combat Service Support (CSS). The CSS Sqn provides first and second
line support (Transport, Supply and Materiel Distribution, Engineering,
EME services, Food services and Movement Control and Materiel
Management) to all air detachments, the NCCIS, the NCE Forward
Liaison Team, and all Liaison Officers deployed in the Middle East
region. In addition, the Sqn provides Food Services and Aircraft
Refueling to the Australian, Dutch and New Zealand Contingents;

d.

General Support (GS) Company. Provides administration and financial
service to NSU-supported units;

e.

Health Service Support (HSS) Company. HSS Coy ensures that all
personnel deployed to JTFSWA AOR have access to proper medical care.
It provides Role 1 integral HSS to all Camp Mirage elements. It is
responsible for tracking and reporting deployed JTFSWA casualties in
Role 2-4 facilities, and has Forward Medical Equipment Depot (FMED)
responsibility for medical stores, supplies and equipment;

f.

Military Police (MP) Company. MP Coy provides Policing, Operational
Security (OpSec) and FP support for Camp Mirage and supported units,
including FP assessments of ports and other local locations, and MSASO
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Comptroller. The Comptroller organization provides financial
management and cashier services to NSU-supported units. The challenge
function is also mandated to the Comptroller.

Operations and Lessons Observed
6.

Lessons Observed are attached at Annex A.

Rotation Plans

7.
A Rotation Plan for the transition between Roto 2 and Op ATHENA Camp
Mirage Roto 0 was submitted in April 2003, but strategic guidance was not received in a
timely manner. As result, the rotation plan was not promulgated to the force generators
in time to meet out-rotation timings for departing Roto 2 personnel. In order to maintain
the operational effectiveness of the NSU, more than 40 personnel were extended up to
three weeks to accommodate the force generation of replacements. It is recommended
that guidance on the Rotation Plan be received within the first month of the tour for
planning purposes, and that actual rotation dates, rather than ‘left and right arc’ tour
dates, be entered at least two months in advance in CFTPO.
NSU Organization and Manning
The CSS TO&amp;E was reduced with the expectation that the tasks at Camp Mirage
8.
would be reduced with the closure of the BG and the SLOC. In fact the reverse has been
true. IAs have been implemented calling on the staff to provide logistics support (Food
Services, Transport/aircraft refuelling) for the Dutch (20 pers up to their departure on 26
Jun 03), the Australians (160 pers) and the New Zealanders (40 pers).

9.
This has placed a significant demand on the MWO in charge of the Kitchen. In
addition to supervising 14 CF cooks, 2 New Zealand and 5 Australian cooks, he also
manages 32 LEP food preparers and chefs as well as invoice the nations for support to
their contingents including keeping records of diner strength. The requirement for a Food
Services officer has been identified in previous correspondence to provide the seniorlevel leadership and administration of the flight.

10.
The majority of issues involving support within the theatre fall within the realm of
Supply. As supported in previous correspondence with respect to the transition to Op
ATHENA Camp Mirage Roto 0, the flight and the supported organizations will benefit
from the establishment of a Supply Officer and Senior Technician MWO to provide the
necessary leadership and subject matter expertise in resolving higher level issues.

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11.
The OC of CSS has been established as a Capt and the Maj position deleted after
Roto 0, yet all three incumbents have been a major. The scope and breadth of the
responsibilities are clearly beyond the capabilities that can be expected of a junior officer.
This position must be filled by a Major.

12.
The addition of the Hazardous Materials Packaging qualification and the
Hazardous Materials Handling and Storage qualification for four Supply Tech positions
has been rectified for Op ATHENA Camp Mirage Roto 0. One individual from Op
APOLLO Roto 2 was given a priority placement on the recent Hazardous Materials
Packaging Course, eliminating the requirement for TAVs to perform this function.
13.
A number of Engineer Flight positions were deleted to create offsets for the D&amp;S
Platoon. Unfortunately, some of these deletions created serious deficiencies in the
ongoing maintenance support to the Camp Infrastructure. These deficiencies were
consequently corrected in the Op ATHENA Camp Mirage Roto 0 TO&amp;E.
14.
As well, a recent Ammo TAV to inspect the administration of ammunition and
technical support for the handling of ammo clearly spelled out a requirement for a fulltime ammunition technician at Camp Mirage.

Personnel Administration

15.
During this reporting period, significant focus was placed on reviewing local
standing and administrative orders. The development of the Roto Plan and adjustment to
service flight schedules proved challenging for GS Coy. Transient and living-in
accommodation problems were exacerbated by 56-day rotations, increases in personnel,
ISB activity, and visits. With the change to a ‘five-and-one’ rotation concept, there was
significant strain on the organization to ensure that all personnel took their HLTA at an
appropriate time and also had the opportunity to avail themselves of R&amp;R.
16.
The Command Comptroller Inspection conducted at the end of this reporting
period also spent a fair amount of time focusing on GS Coy activities. Many constructive
comments were made and personnel implemented changes, such as policies for claiming
for R&amp;R, that streamlined the process while still adhering to national regulations.
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Security
18.
During this period, the MP Coy completed various force protection duties at
Camp Mirage, Dubai, UAE and at the Port of Jebel Ali, UAE. The MP Coy also
completed 55 investigations covering traffic accidents, drunkenness, lost articles, and
security concerns. A further 17 security assessments were conducted of various
establishments (including Hotels) in the UAE to determine any security concerns that
may be present for CF pers proceeding on R&amp;R in the UAE. The MP Coy also provided
VIP, cash and sensitive documents(Passports) escorts, MSASO duties to the CC-130s in
theatre and liaison with Host Nation security and police authorities. Other taskings
included security of the Sea King Helos and CC-150 Airbus in Fujairah airport, food and
water inspections (in conjunction with foods pers), ship launches for HMC Ships
operating in theatre, and nightly FP patrols of local establishments in Dubai. OPSEC is
still a concern with respect to use of cellphones; this is being addressed through constant
security awareness briefings and other informational techniques.

Logistics. Finance &amp; Movement
19.
FLS. Over this period the number of ships and naval personnel in theatre
increased from two to five ships and from approximately 530 to 1300 Naval personnel,
respectively, in mid-March. Subsequently this force was reduced to two ships on 19 May
03 with a combined compliment of approximately 750 personnel. HMCS IROQUOIS
departed theatre in June 03 and released command of the CTG to coalition partners,
leaving one ship in-theatre at the time of writing of this report. FLS activities to support
this rapid turnover in ships and personnel were significant and accordingly the period was
very busy for the FLS.

20.
CSS. Supply continued to experience problems related to verification of
accounts. A DMMD TA V in Dec 02 identified that the NSU Supply had been set up with
the wrong account structure and recommended that the district be changed to ensure
accountability for repairable parts; a fix has been implemented with the transition to Op
ATHENA. Problems identified on previous rotations with movement of freight via
commercial means appear to have been resolved. FedEx is now the shipper of choice for
high priority requisitions and shipments have been received within the expected 72 hours
from Canada. This has greatly increased the mission success rate of the air detachments.
21.
Comptroller. On 23 March 2003, the Comptroller position was filled after the
restriction was lifted in February 2003. Over the course of the last few months,
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significant detail was paid to the delegation of financial authorities, accounts receivable,
financial planning and application of policies concerning items such as allowances and
hospitality. A Command Comptroller Inspection was conducted from 19 to 23 May. A
robust team of five auditors concentrated on financial management, invoices, cashier,
pay, claims, orderly room services and non-public funds accounting.

CIMIC
22.

Not applicable.

Engineering

23.
It is our belief that the Camp infrastructure bed-down was prematurely declared
complete. Role and structure of NSU organization has not yet stabilized to the point
where all functions in suitable temporary standard accommodations. The pertinent issues
are summarized below in paragraphs 24 through 27.
24.
RTC Kitchen Addition and Food Storage. The addition for food production is
critical to the ability of the NSU to provide support to all CF units deployed to CM as
well as coalition partners who have negotiated catering support through various IAs and
MOUs (current commitment is 630 diners). Of paramount concern is the safe handling of
food as well as the safety of all personnel who work in the production area. Adequate
facilities to store the fresh and frozen rations is also critical to ensure adequate stocks of
food and to reduce costs associated with storing food in leased refrigerated containers.
As a stopgap measure in the interim, a trailer for the preparation of flight meals and
salads has been leased and is in full operation. A recent Food Services TAV has made
recommendations for improvements including an extension to the work area, which
cannot proceed until the moratorium of infrastructure projects is lifted.
RTC Warehouses. NSU is holding 19 leased sea containers and refrigerated sea
25.
containers at a monthly cost of $7900 or $95,000 per year. We currently have 4 x
sections of MEX 26 tentage and require an additional 5 sections to meet the demand for
storage space and reduce the number of leased sea containers. Construction of additional
warehousing has two benefits: reduced rental costs and increased visibility over stores
thereby potentially reducing duplicate orders and increased transportation costs.

26.
EME Shelter. The lack of indoor facilities prevents the effective repair of
vehicles and equipment and fails to protect the parts from the blowing sand. The MEX
26 shelter that was approved during Roto 1 had to be re-sited and has been erected.
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tentage will satisfy the requirement for the vehicle and equipment maintenance
workshop; and

27.
Aircraft Maint Facility. Current facilities meet tactical standard and do not
adequately protect equipment and parts resulting in $40k in write-off of tooling and test
equipment thus far. Intent is to build a facility to address shortfalls to bring the Camp up
to the temporary standard. Projected savings estimated at more than $200K over a 12
month period.

28.
Operational Law: Long Range Patrol Detachment personnel have received initial
and refresher training on rights and responsibilities with respect to transit passage, rights
of aircraft in distress and sovereign immunity for state aircraft. Tactical Airlift personnel
forming part of Op Caravan have also been briefed on the legal framework for use of
force in that operation, pending release of ROE.
29.
Discipline: Due to the historically high proportion of disciplinary incidents
(primarily charges of Drunkeness) involving those of the rank of Warrant Officer or
above (one-third), access to an officer with powers of a Superior Commander in Kabul is
an improvement. Presiding Officer training was available for Camp Mirage personnel.
There are currently no outstanding charges.
30.

International Law:

and DFAIT was dispatched to
scene chain of command and legal advisor.

To that end a legal team from NDHQ
with input from the on-

31.
Personnel and Administrative: There has been a miscellany of personnel and
administrative issues with legal content arising, including a number of legal aid cases and
summary investigations.
32.
Claims and Contracts: The negotiation of vehicle rentals with liability insurance
has greatly simplified the claims issues for the accidents occurring within the UAE. As
well, the CF has contracted on retainer the services of a local Canadian/Arabic lawyer for
liaison with the UAE law enforcement authorities in the event a CF member is detained.

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Public Affairs

33.
The Imaging Technician and the Public Affairs Officer both flew to Kandahar in
s.15(1) March t0 cover a Humanitarian Aid mission involving a Foundation from the Arabian
Gulf Region. Unfortunately, the group who was supposed to receive the load in
Kandahar was not able to meet the crew on the tarmac i
34.
A large number of photos were sent to Combat Camera during this reporting
period and published in various military publications across Canada as well as on
Internet. Interest for the operation’s photos was high in Canada.
35.
With the launch of the US-led coalition in Op IRAQI FREEDOM, the CM PAO
was instrumental in maintaining timely awareness of breaking news and public opinion in
Canada. Media monitoring activity was significant and constant communication with
NCE PAO in Tampa was required.
36.
A Combat Camera TAV was deployed to the Persian Gulf region to conduct as
tasking with the CTG. There were plans to stage the team through Camp Mirage, which
the PAO strongly advised against due to Host Nation media restrictions with respect to
the presence and use of video cameras in our location.
With the forecasted draw-down of Op APOLLO, the Camp Mirage PAO was
37.
redeployed to NCE Tampa in May 2003.
CIS
38.

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Summary and Commentary on the Operation

39.
The personnel of Op APOLLO NSU Roto 2 have faced and overcome many
challenges during this reporting period. Supporting no fewer than four separate
operations from this location - Ops APOLLO, IRIS, CARAVAN and ATHENA - has
tested the capabilities and capacity of Camp Mirage to the fullest. I am pleased to report
that all obstacles were over-come and mission-focus maintained throughout the tour.

JPJ LeBlanc
Colonel

Commanding Officer
National Support Unit

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LESSONS OBSERVED

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OP APOLLO
The following
observation is:
Submitter:

Observation:

Unclassified
Maj Peet DH, OC CSS NSU 4158
RSAT teams were not tasked for NSU Roto 0, or for TAL and LRP Rotos 0 and 1. RSATs should be
tasked for every unit rotation

Discussion: RSATs form a major role in every Change of Command BOI in order to verfiy the materiel accounts for
each incoming CO. RSATs were only ordered for NSU Roto 1 and Roto 2, TAL Roto 2 and LRP closure.
Many of the accounts for these very distinct units hold much in the way of expensive and complicated
materiel. It is extremely difficult to do investigations in account discrepancies when the accounts have
not been verified on each roto. In the case of LRP, because the BOI TOR did not specify involvement of
NSU Supply, transition from roto 0 to Roto 1 and subsequently Roto 2 were not complete and the CO’s
were unaware of several accounts that were dormant from the stand-up of the original air det. The same
was also true for the TAL Det. In the case of the NSU, the complexity and sheer numbers of stock
precluded any effective control over materiel until Roto 2. Added to this was the transfer of many of the
CSS functions from the Air Dets to the NSU when that unit was stood up. There was no verification of the
holdings transferred from the Dets to the NSU; many accounts were left on the Air Dets responsibility, but
oversight of these accounts was lost. An RSAT at the time of the activation of the NSU to verify the
holdings and to close out the no longer required accounts would have prevented many of the problems
associated with trying to investigate the many losses and surpluses.
Recommendation: RSAT should be convened for every rotation requiring a Change of Command BOI.

Lesson
Observed:
Keywords:

RSATs must be a part of every unit rotation or when there is a major change in the structure.

RSAT, BOI, Change of Command, materiel accountability

The following
observation is:

Submitter:

Observation:

Unclassified
Maj Peet DH, OC CSS NSU 4158
Authorities for CEL Items needs to be delegated to the Operational Level Commander

Discussion: There were occasions during Roto 2, particularly with the start-up of and support of the Op ATHENA TAT
where the TFC in Tampa did not have the authority to assist with the required degree of timeliness with
CEL items, specifically defensive stores including Hesco Bastion and combat stores such as IMPs. In
addition the control on computer peripherals, ie replacement of defective items meant that the NCOS
could not provide the required support on behalf of its supported units without manpower-consuming and
lengthy delays just trying to prove the existence of the requirement.
Recommendation: TF Comds be given the authority to acquire CEL items under specific circumstances or when under a
certain dollar limit.

Lesson
Observed:
Keywords:

ATHENA, TAT, CEL

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The following
observation is:
Submitter:
Observation:

Unclassified
Maj Peet DH, OC CSS NSU 4158
DMMD Instructions WRT closure of units and or transition to a new operation must be timely and
accurate.

Discussion: During Roto 2, the NSU was tasked along with the 3 CSG Transition team to conduct the transition of the
TAL, NSU and NCCIS accounts from Op APOLLO to Op ATHENA, while at the same time having to do
the verifications of all the accounts (41 in all) for the rotations that had been compressed to meet Op
ATHENA timelines, The instructions were received late and further compressed an already very tight
schedule and impacted directly on the personnel affected, ie suspension of R&amp;R and other restrictions
and increased working hours. Timely arrival of the instructions would allow for a rational approach to
getting the tasks completed.
Recommendation: Instructions for any transition, closure, rotation must be issued early and should arrive well before the
RSAT.

Lesson
Observed:

Keywords: DMMD, RSAT, transition

The following
observation is:
Submitter:

Observation:

I|_

Unclassified

Maj MN Ouellet, OC GS Coy, NSU OP Apollo
Temporary-Attach Posting. Pers that are temp-attach, continue to arrive in theatre with no split allotment
set up and with moving claims instead of TD claims. Pre-determined pay has been set up in some
instances but this is not the way to go as the POP amount is included in the NME. The elk has to look to
see if the mbr has PDP and you are always having to subtract the amount of the PDP from the NME
which in theatre is represented by the total amount of the allowances only. If the split allowance has
been set up, often the banking has not been ceased at the appropriate time.

Discussion: Refer to observation section.
Recommendation: For the deploying URS, firmer emphasis should be placed on the following the procedures identified in
the DDIO. Problems arise due to the fact that the deploying base URS does not understand the impact
created at the theatre level. This seems to be directly related to a lack of theatre experience.

Lesson
Observed:

Constant communication must take place between NSU and URS.

Keywords:

The following
observation is:
Submitter:
Observation:

Unclassified
Maj MN Ouellet, OC GS Coy, NSU OP Apollo

Passports with 2 yr residency visas. Anyone departing the host nation on repat to Canada who has been
away for six months or more cannot re-enter the host nation with the passport that has the 2 yr visa in it.

Discussion: After six months, the two yr visa is automatically cancelled and will not be re-issued without the express
consent of the original sponsor, which in our case is the host nation military. Anyone returning to host
nation under these circumstances must be issued a new passport.
Recommendation: Anyone returning to host nation under these circumstances must be issued a new passport.

Lesson
Observed:

Home unit must ensure a new green passport is re-issued.

Keywords:

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observation is:

Unclassified
Maj MN Ouellet, OC GS Coy, NSU OP Apollo

Submitter:

Passport Photos. A lot of personnel do not arrive theatre with passport pictures.

Observation:

Discussion: All mbrs must arrive in theatre with photos including passport photos. For personnel who return to
theatre, they cannot assume that their picture will be kept indefinitely. With no Imaging Tech aval at CM,
we are limited in our ability to take photos other than instant polariod for camp pass purposes. A force
protection issue arises out of pers going into town to get passport photos taken on a regular basis.
Recommendation: Personnel arriving in theatre must arrive with six small photos and four passport photos. Force generator
must ensure this requirement is adhered to.

Lesson
Observed:

Members must arrive theatre with four to six passport pictures.

Keywords:

The following
observation is:

Unclassified

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Maj MN Ouellet, OC GS Coy. NSU OP Apollo

Submitter:

Rotation plan guidance must be provided within the first month of the tour.

Observation:

Discussion: Rotation of personnel for OP Apollo roto 2 was extremely difficult as the NSU did not receive strategic
guidance on the roto plan until latein the game. Based on the sequence of events observed, it appears
that the roto plan provided by the NSU never reached the appropriate force generators and the CFTPO
had never reflected the proposed rotation dates by the NSU thus creating many difficulties and delaying
the repat of many NSU personnel.

Recommendation: Rotation guidance must be received within the first month of the tour and rotation plan must be submitted
to the NCE so the rotation dates are inserted at least two months in advance in the CFTPO.

Lesson
Observed:

Self-explanatory.

Keywords:

The following
observation is:
Submitter:

Observation:

Unclassified

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Maj AH Snow, OC HSS
MedEvac through the Inti Airport created significant and unacceptable delays.

Discussion: Initial plans to move patients through the international airport resulted in delays of up to 3 hours. Also,
using our ambulance was not allowed and a civilian ambulance was required to move the patient to a
public hospital, and not one of our choice. The initial work-around was to contact Executive Flight
Services who expedite VIPs through customs, but this was also unsatisfactory. Finally, developed SOP
for bringing patients directly to Camp Mirage where they are seen first by our MO and then road
transported to an appropriate facility. This reduced delays considerably and dramatically improved
patient care.

Recommendation: Continue current procedure of medevac’ing patients through Camp Mirage.

Lesson
Observed:

Delays significantly reduced and patient care improved by minimizing dependance on HN government
bureaucracy.

Keywords: medevac airport patient

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observation is:
Submitter:
Observation:

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Unclassified

Maj AH Snow, OC HSS
Medical Emergency Response Plan. Ideally, the Host Nation would have an established and efficient
procedure for recall and response to aircraft incidents. In fact, they are not consistently notified of in-flight
emergencies and do not have a mass casualty plan.

Discussion: Efforts were made to develop a coordinated emergency response plan with Host Nation medical
personnel. They are not consistently informed of in-flight emergencies by the tower, do not have a mass
casualty evacuation plan, and have only one person on the base after hours for medical emergencies.
Additionally, they are dependent on a Host Nation police helicopter for medical response in emergency
situations. Dr Khalid was interested in combining efforts and was keen on incorporating our plans and
personnel into a larger-scoped Base plan, but he has since been dispatched by Host Nation on training.
In his absence, resistance to any further collaboration in this area has been encountered.
Recommendation: Our current Medical Emergency Response Plan functions independantly of Host Nation participation. A
need still exists to continue liaising with Host Nation medical staff, especially upon the return of Dr Khalid,
and develop coordinated responses.

Lesson
Observed:
Keywords:

Self-sufficiency is required for emergency response at Camp Mirage.

ERP medical emergency response plan

The following
observation is:
Submitter:

Observation:

Unclassified
Major T S Langs OC MP Coy

Lack of ASO's to support flying operations

Discussion: During the past six months the MP Coy has had to support a a very high tempo pace of flying operations
with five individuals. For the most part the TAL Det operated two lines of taskings with four crews. As a
resulted there was very limited downtime for recovery between missions for the ASO’s. With so few pers
to conduct MSASO missions, and once HLTA leave plans kicked in the situation became critical.
Recommendation: The number of MSASO’s should be based on both the numbers of crews not just the lines of taskings.
The normal ratio is two MSASO’s per crew. This would enable the MSASO’s to be fully integrated into the
crew concept and prevent early fatigue. It would also provide some flexibility within the MSASO fit as the
support the various flying ops.

Lesson
Observed:
Keywords:

For every crew there should be two MSASO’s identified.
MSASO, MP Coy, Crew

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The following
observation is:
Submitter:

Observation:

L

Unclassified

Major T S Langs OC MP Coy
No explosive detection capability

Discussion: During the last 18 months there has been NO explosive detection capability. It was assessed the number
one threat to the camp was the use of an VBIED. To mitigate this we established a veh search area,
however we had no explosive detection capability. Due to the high volume of civilian traffic in and out of
the camp and the lack of screening, this concern remains. The units were ordered seven months ago and
are still waiting approval.
Recommendation: Portable explosive detection kits be part of a standard kit issue for security units.

Lesson
Observed:

Keywords:

The following
observation is:
Submitter:
Observation:

In areas where there is an increased threat from VBIED's appropriate detection equipment needs to
made available.

Explosives, VBIED, Detection Kits

Unclassified
Co! JPJ LeBlanc, CO NSU, 4155

The Roto 2 Command and Control structure for Camp Mirage was cumbersome and caused frequent
breakdowns in inter-unit communications.

Discussion: Camp Mirage was comprised of four separate units, all reporting to the Comd in Tampa, FLA. The only
delegated authority that separated CO NSU as the senior Canadian officer from his peers was his
appointment as Camp Commandant. As such, CO NSU was granted authority for overall Camp Mirage
Force Protection and camp-specific administration. Communication between units occasionally broke
down and required resolution from NCE Tampa, 8 hours removed from the theatre’s time zone. The lack
of a duly appointed Commander in-situ was the cause of frequent delays in issue resolution and obtaining
necessary direction from higher authority.
Recommendation: The senior officer at Camp Mirage should be designated the local Commanding Officer in all respects, not
merely for Force Protection purposes.

Lesson
Observed:
Keywords:

The following
observation is:
Submitter:
Observation:

Four unit CO's reporting to a Comd eight time zones away does not make for a good Command and
Control relationship.
command control

Unclassified
Maj PJ Comeau, NSU Ops O, 4184
An in-theatre training plan was not available at the beginning of Roto 2.

Discussion: The lack of a dedicated training cell at Camp Mirage was keenly felt. Attempts to 'double-hat' the D&amp;S PI
Comd and WO with Training Officer duties failed, due to the nature of the 56-day rotations that those
positions were subject to. The Camp NBCDO was used as an ad-hoc training officer, and he developed
basic training plans and instructions with respect to NBCD issues and Defensive Bunker SOPs.
Recommendation: Training Offr duties, whether as a primary or secondary duty, must be assigned to someone on the
ground at Camp Mirage.

Lesson
Observed:

An in-theatre training plan must be finalized early in the tour and executed accordingly. Training Officer
duties must be assigned to appropriate personnel.

Keywords: training plans NBCD

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Unclassified
observation is:
Submitter: Maj PJ Comeau, NSU Ops O, 4184

Observation:

Pers have been DAG’d 'GREEN' and deployed into theatre without all the training required as per DDIO
Revise One.

Discussion: There have been several occurences where people have been deployed into theatre without missionessential training and clearances, including weapons training, NBCD training, first-aid qualifications, and
security clearances. NSU was forced to provide 'dry-land' training for weapons, NBC drills and First-Aid
for selected individuals. One situation in particular involved an incoming Ops Duty Officer whose security
clearance of record was Enhanced Reliability, despite the requirement for his position of 'Secret' as a
minimum. Luckily, it was eventually discovered that the individual in question did, in fact, have a Level II
clearance - but this fact should have been noted in pre-deployment screening and his records updated
accordingly prior to being flown into theatre.
Recommendation: Force Generators must be held accountable to ensure that their pers have been trained and prepared in
accordance with DDIO Revise One prior to signing off on an individual’s deployment screening checklist.

Lesson
Observed:

Force Generators should ensure all deploying pers are trained and prepared in accordance DDIO
Revise One.

Keywords: force generation DAG training DDIO

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E National &gt;- „fense
Defence nationale

National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL USA
33621
5400-1 (ComdJTFSWA)
24 July 2003
DCDS

OP APOLLO ROTO 2 SUPPORT TO OP CARAVAN
References: A. Capt Fraser H&amp;A Spreadsheet 26 Jun 03 (enclosed)
1.
The Op APOLLO National Support Unit (NSU) and Tactical Airlift Detachments were
formed in January 2002 as part of the Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (JTFSWA).
Since it’s inception, there have been three complete rotations and all deserving members have been
awarded the South West Asia medal, with the Afghanistan Bar. As you are fully aware,
commencing April to Mid-July 2003 some of the focus of Camp Mirage support activity was
shifted significantly to Op CARAVAN. The purpose of this correspondence is to seek your
acknowledgement that in addition to their recognized support to Op APOLLO, specific members of
the Roto 2 Op APOLLO should also be recognized for their significant contribution to Op
CARAVAN.
2.
At reference A, the JI NCE in conjunction with NSU has forwarded a detailed spreadsheet
requesting that 30 Camp Mirage personnel be recognized for their significant effort in support of
Op CARAVAN. This is a complete list of Camp Mirage personnel who for more than 30 days
have substantially contributed to Op CARAVAN. In recent discussions with Mr Andre Levesque,
DHH, he stated that the means by which service to Op CARAVAN will be recognized has not yet
been finalized. Additionally, he indicated that a decision as to whether or not Roto 2 personnel
should receive dual recognition is clearly the domain of the National Honours and Awards
Committee.

3.
At this point NSU Roto 2 tour of duty is nearing completion and the Op APOLLO NCE
will fold on 16 August 2003. As such, this correspondence is forwarded to act as a record of
service rendered to Op CARAVAN by Camp Mirage personnel. If it is decided that a separate
medal will be issued, I strongly request that you forward reference A to the National Honours and
Awards Committee for their due deliberations.

D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander
Joint Task Force South West Asia

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ADAMS HD

MCPL

27 APR 03

X

ANDERSON P

CAPT

BOUDREAU D

MCPL

BUTLER RJ

MAJ

13 MAY
03_______
13 MAY
03_______
13 APR 03

DICKINSON J

CAPT

FANNING C

MCPL

FISHER RA

PO1

18 MAY
03_______
13 MAY
03_______
26 JAN 03

FOUGERE DS

WO

3 JUN 03

X

GLACOMUZZO

CAPT

X

GRAHAM DE

CPL

25 MAY
03______
14 JAN 03

HANSON JG

CAPT

27 APR 03

X

HOWATSON
RD_________
ISENOR CA

CPL

KESTER AC

SGT

LAMONT MA

MCPL

LAROCHE M

CAPT

13 MAY
03_______
13 MAY
03_______
13 MAY
03_______
13 MAY
03_______
27 APR 03

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30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUN 03

56

30

86

SWASM/CARAVAN

X

12 JUL
03_____
7 JUL 03

21

30

51

CARAVAN

26

30

56

CARAVAN

133

30

163

SWASM/CARAVAN

5

30

35

CARAVAN

14

30

44

CARAVAN

145

30

175

SWASM/CARAVAN

42

30

72

SWASM/CARAVAN

X

26 JUL
03_____
28 JUL
03_____
19 JUL
03_____
14 JUL
03_____
21 JUN
03_____
7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

21 JUN
03

42

30

72

SWASM/CARAVAN

X
X

X

72

tOffiw
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO

May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO

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X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

145

30

182

SWASM/CARAVAN

13 MAY
03______
27 APR 03

X

14 JUL
03_____
7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

42

19

61

SWASM

X

14

30

66

CARAVAN

CPL

25 MAY
03_____
3 JUN 03

5

30

56

CARAVAN

ROBBLEE MS

CAPT

27 APR 03

X

42

30

57

SWASM/CARAVAN

RJOUXD

CPL

X

26

30

56

CARAVAN

RUSSELL DAM

CPL

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

RUSSELL KW

CPL

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

STAMPER WC

CPL

X

7 JUL 03

26

30

56

CARAVAN

STONE PD

WO

13 MAY
03______
13 MAY
03______
13 MAY
03______
13 MAY
03______
12 JAN 03

21 JUN
03_____
19 JUL
03_____
28 JUL
03_____
21 JUN
03_____
7 JUL 03

147

30

182

SWASM/CARAVAN

YOUNG MA

SGT

27 APR 03

12 JUL
02____
21 JUN
03

42

30

57

SWASM/CARAVAN

MAHER RK

CPL

MARSH KD

MCPL

MCQUEEN BD

MCPL

MILNE CP

CPL

MODERIE MA

SGT

MOORES FA

MWO

PAULM

CPL

POMERLEAU K

13 MAY
03______
13 MAY
03______
13 MAY
03______
14 JAN 03

X

X

X

X
X

May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
REPAT 26 JUN 03
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO

May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO________
May Receive ATHENA after
next 56 day ROTO

Notes :
1.
2.

the assumption is made that the combined time in Theatre will be considered two separate Ops wrt Medals and that 30 days will be the amount of days required to secure a medal for Op CARAVAN; and
all calculations are based upon departure from Op CARAVAN 7 Jul 03, providing minimum of 30 days. However there will be selected individuals who will not depart before 8 and 11 Jul 03.

Capt Fraser H&amp;A 26 Jun 03

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NCE J3 Air Shared Op Apollo Tampa (Maj JVM Bouchard)
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:

NCE J1 shared Op Apollo Tampa (Maj TR Gushue) [ncej1@jc2is.jfhq.dnd.ca]
9 July 2003 1:33 PM

Subject:

RE: OP CARAVAN - PERS RECOGNITION

ncej3@jc2is.jfhq.dnd.ca

“Shared (NCE J3 Air Tampa Fl) Op Apollo'; 'Jaggi Maj U (D Air FE 2-3) CAS'; ‘Shared (NCE
J1 Svcs Tampa Fl) Op Apollo

Hello LCol Szczerbaniwicz:

All interested parties have adopted a "wait and see" policy and will come
forward if it really does become an issue. Our Honours and Awards OPI has
done some prep work in anticipation of an issue emerging.
All the best,
Tim

---- Original Message---From: NCE J3 Shared Op Apollo Tampa (LCol GC Szczerbaniwicz)
[mailto:ncej3®jc2is.j fhq.dnd.ca]
Sent: 5 July 2003 08:20
To: ♦Shared (NCE JI Tampa Fl) Op Apollo
Cc: ♦Shared (NCE J3 Air Tampa Fl) Op Apollo; Jaggi Maj U (D Air FE 2-3)
CAS
PERS RECOGNITION
Subject: FW: OP CARAVAN
Tim
As if you didn't have enough on your plate
I believe that you are already working this issue
Pls adv D Air FE 2-3 when any progress is made
G.C. (Gary) Szczerbaniwicz
LCol
J3 CA JTFSWA
827-1553

---- Original Message---From: NCE J3 Air Shared Op Apollo Tampa (Maj JVM Bouchard)
[mailto:ncej3air@jc2is.jfhq.dnd.ca ]
Sent: 5 July 2003 07:47
To: ♦Shared (NCE J3 Tampa Fl) Op Apollo
Cc: ♦Shared (NCE JI Tampa Fl) Op Apollo
Subject: FW: OP CARAVAN
PERS RECOGNITION

(

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w

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c^&gt;

Sir, as discussed yesterday, here's Ulrich's e-mail. Do you want me to look
into it and provide a reply or for JI to take care of this?
Marc

---- Original Message---From: Maj U Jaggi (D Air FE 2-3) [mailto:jaggiu@jc2is.c-ndhq.dnd.ca]
Sent: 4 July 2003 13:09
To: 'NCE J3 Air Shared Op Apollo Tampa (Maj JVM Bouchard)'
Subject: FW: OP CARAVAN - PERS RECOGNITION
Marc,

As discussed, request that the CO Tai Det provide an accurate number of
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personnel on Op Caravan that will fall short of the 30 days, any plans that
are in place, actions
that are required by NDHQ or JTFSWA, and any recommendations for follow-on
action.

U Jaggi
Maj
D Air FE 2-3
(613)995-2336
CSN 845-2336
---- Original Message---From: LCol CJ Coates (D Air FE 2) [mailto:coatesc®j c2is.c-ndhq.dnd.ca]
Sent: 3 July 2003 09:45
To: Jaggi Maj U (D Air FE 2-3) CAS
Cc: 'Bouchard LCol L'; Hunter Col AD (D Air FE) CAS; Day Maj M (D Air FE
2-4) CAS; Grieve Maj K (D Air FE 2-2) CAS; Friis LCdr RA (J3 INTL 2-2)
COS J3; 'Capt RE Jurkowski (J3 Inti 2-5)'; Morneault LCol PR (JI Coord)
COS ADM HR; 'Joyce LCol DW'
PERS RECOGNITION
Subject: FW: OP CARAVAN
TO:

D Air FE 2-3

Info: D Air FE
TFEB Comd
JI Coord
AOC Dir
J3 Inti 2-3/2-5
D Air FE 2-2/2-4

As discussed at this morning's section meeting, req that you investigate
the plan WRT the SWA medal for those TFEB pers affected by their depl away
from JTFSWA TOO. Please report on what the plan(s) is(are), what actions
are required by NDHQ or JTFSWA, and any recommendations for follow-on
action. Given the imminent mission closure, there is an element of urgency.
Thank you.

CJ Coates
LCol
D Air FE 2
995-1369
---- Original Message---From: LCol CJ Coates (D Air FE 2) [mailto:coatesc®jc2is.c-ndhq.dnd.ca]
Sent: 3 July 2003 08:42
To: 'Bouchard LCol L'
Cc: 1jurkowsr'; Hunter Col AD (D Air FE) CAS; Grieve Maj K (D Air FE
2-2) CAS; Jaggi Maj U (D Air FE 2-3) CAS; 'majorm®wnpg.cmil.ca'; 'Joyce
LCol DW'; 'mattep®wnpg.cmil.ca'
Subject: RE: OP CARAVAN - PERS RECOGNITION

Luc,
Merci. I have passed this to Col Hunter who will pass to BGen Cloutier,
expect that staffing will continue/follow, although I do not have any
further visibility on it (the staffing) at this time. We will advise as,
and if, more becomes available.

I

Thanks again.

Christopher
CJ Coates
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D Air FE 2
995-1369
---- Original Message---From: Bouchard LCol L [mailto:boucharl@wnpg.cmil.ca ]
Sent: 3 July 2003 03:39
To: coatesc
Cc: jurkowsr
PERS RECOGNITION
Subject: OP CARAVAN

Ref :

Telecon self/LCol Coates 02 Jul

As discussed at ref, here is a quick overview of the situation.
Overall and after a closer look at deployment and upcoming travel dates, all
personnel deployed on OP CARAVAN will have completed 30 days in theatre with
the exception of three individuals:

MWO Moores - Repat to CA for personal reasons on 25 Jun will have completed
18 days, little we can do about this.

MCpl Plourde and Cpl Cox (MOC 500 Techs) are augmentees from 413 Sqn who
arrived in theatre on 11 Jun. They are booked on a commercial flight back to
CA on 9 Jul. Thus, they will have been in theatre for 29 days. Their
supervisor discretely discussed the matter with them, with emphasis that no
decision has been made wrt medals or any other awards for this OP at this
point. However, should something be issued in the future, they might miss
out by one day if 30 days is indeed used as the benchmark. They accepted
this reality and declined the opportunity to be re-booked 24 hrs later.
They prefer to return home asap.

Finally, you should be aware that a small number of personnel (C130 techs)
who were re-assigned from OP APOLLO to OP CARAVAN will likely be short by
approx 5 days to qualify for the SWA medal. I suggest you contact the CO of
the C130 TAL Det at Camp Mirage, they may already have a plan in place. I
don't have good visibility on current/future pers disposition within OP
APOLLO.
Hope this addresses the immediate concerns, if not you will no doubt let me
know.

L. Bouchard
LCol
TFC

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National Defense
id &gt; la Defence nationale

National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 S Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL
33621

July 2003

Mr Tom Pepin (CEO)
Pepin Distributing Company
6401 54 St
Tampa, FL
33670

On the eleventh of July fourteen fortunate members of the Canadian Contingent to the United
States Central Command were invited to participate in the Outback and Pepin Distributing Dinner
Honoring the Coalition Troops who are serving in Operation Enduring Freedom. This letter is
forwarded to express our sincere appreciation for the warm and friendly hospitality that was extended
to our troops.

First and foremost, it has been most encouraging to witness the level of support that United
States military personnel receive from the general public. In this case, your public acknowledgement of
the efforts and sacrifices of the troops in the War Against Terrorism is to be applauded. In the Gulf
region, lives are on the line and in a very tangible way your support and solidarity help all of us deal
with this reality. I know that members of Central Command are very appreciative of your kindness.
You can be assured that we share their sentiment. The venue, food and service were first rate and a
welcome break from the normal routine of mess hall chow and frozen dinners. It was also an ideal
occasion to share an evening of camaraderie with other military contingents.

Please extend our appreciation to all members of Outback and Pepin Distributing who
contributed their time and talents to put on a great event. On behalf of the entire Canadian Contingent
please accept our heartfelt thanks for a wonderful time spent amongst true friends.

C.J. Henneberry
Colonel
On behalf of Commander Canadian Contingent

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National Defense
Defence nationale

National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 S Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL
33621
2^ July 2003

Mr Chris Sullivan (CEO)
Outback Steakhouse
2202 N. West Shore Blvd. 5th Fir
Tampa, FL
33607
\

On the eleventh of July fourteen fortunate members of the Canadian Contingent to the United
States Central Command were invited to participate in the Outback and Pepin Distributing Dinner
Honoring the Coalition Troops who are serving in Operation Enduring Freedom. This letter is
forwarded to express our sincere appreciation for the warm and friendly hospitality that was extended
to our troops.

First and foremost, it has been most encouraging to witness the level of support that United
States military personnel receive from the general public. In this case, your public acknowledgement of
the efforts and sacrifices of the troops in the War Against Terrorism is to be applauded. In the Gulf
region, lives are on the line and in a very tangible way your support and solidarity help all of us deal
with this reality. I know that members of Central Command are very appreciative of your kindness.
You can be assured that we share their sentiment. The venue, food and service were first rate and a
welcome break from the normal routine of mess hall chow and frozen dinners. It was also an ideal
occasion to share an evening of camaraderie with other military contingents.

Please extend our appreciation to all members of Outback and Pepin Distributing who
contributed their time and talents to put on a great event. On behalf of the entire Canadian Contingent
please accept our heartfelt thanks for a wonderful time spent amongst true friends.

C.J. Henneberry
Colonel
On behalf of Commander Canadian Contingent

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Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
National Command Element
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB
Tampa FL 33621

3350-134-1 (Comd)

^2-July 2003
Distribution List

DESIGNATION OF COMMANDING OFFICER AND
TERMS OF REFERENCE - CANADIAN JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH WEST ASIA
(CA JTFSWA) TACTICAL AIRLIFT UNIT (SWA TAL UNIT)
References: A. CDS Op Order 800 (005/2001) 28 Oct 01 as amended by Frag Os
B. Terms of Reference - Commander Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia dated 11
April 2003
C. B-GG-005-004/AF-005 Use of Force in CF Operations (Revise One) 2001-06-01
D. Section 153 NDA and Note to QR&amp;O 105.17
E. A-FN -100-002/AG-006 Delegation of Authorities for Financial Administration for DND and
the CF, June 2001
F. TSFO 205 dated 30 May 2002
G. Commander’s Guidance 3350-134-1 (Comd) dated 22 May 02
H. 3350-134-30 (Comd) dated 12 Jan 03
General

Operation APOLLO refers to the deployment of Canadian Forces (CF) resources to the
1.
United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR) and their
employment in support of the US-led coalition campaign against terrorism (Operation
ENDURING FREEDOM). The Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA) has
been established for the purpose of exercising national operational level command over CF units
and personnel participating in Op APOLLO. The CDS through reference A, and specifically the
Terms of Reference (TOR) at reference B, has named me Commander Canadian Joint Task
Force South West Asia (Comd CA JTFSWA). This document will describe the different
operational, disciplinary and administrative relationships that will exist within CA JTFSWA.
These TOR contain my instructions to the officer identified below.

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Designations and Responsibilities
2.
Amongst other matters, the TOR at reference B authorize me to designate commanding
officers (CO). Pursuant to that authorization effective 19 July 2003,1 designate LieutenantColonel M. Latouche as CO of the SWA TAL Unit.
3.
Commanding Officers shall inform the CA JTFSWA COS when they leave the AOR for
an extended period. I will then determine if it is necessary to designate an interim CO and will
release the appropriate interim CO’s designation message if necessary.

Command and Control

4.
Full command of the CA JTFSWA resides with the CDS. As national operational level
commander, I exercise operational command (OPCOM) of all CF personnel, materiel and
equipment assigned to CA JTFSWA. Operational control (OPCON) of certain units or
groupings under my command has been delegated by the CDS at reference A to USCINCCENT
and hence to such subordinate commanders as USCINCCENT may deem appropriate.
5.
The principle of the separate entity of CA JTFSWA and its component units shall be
maintained at all times. In this connection, Canadians shall command all units or detachments of
CA JTFSWA. If, at any time, it appears that this principle is likely to be adversely affected,
other than temporarily as a result of urgent operational necessity, this situation shall immediately
be reported to me for subsequent reference to NDHQ as necessary.

6.
The CO of the SWA TAL Unit is responsible directly to me for all matters of national
administration and discipline in relation to his command. Where conflicts arise between these
TOR and any other orders, directives or instructions, he shall consult with me personally to
resolve them.
7.
Should any CO receive orders or direction from an officer who has been assigned
operational control over his personnel or resources, which in his view are impossible to execute,
or are contrary to Canadian law, CF orders, CF Rules of Engagement (ROE) or CF policy and
the issue cannot be resolved between himself and that officer, the matter shall be referred directly
to me.
Operations
8.
Employment of all CF resources assigned to CA JTFSWA must remain consistent with
the Canadian objectives and the scope of operations detailed in paragraphs l.C and l.D of
reference A. Any proposed deviation from them must be reported to me by the quickest secure
means. Any proposed task outside the employment matrix contained at paragraph 3.B. (1) of
reference A must also be reported to me by the quickest secure means. Employment of CF
resources must be in accordance with Canadian national laws and policy.
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9.
The CO of the SWA TAL Unit is responsible to me for all matters related to the national
command of his unit and is responsible to the Commander, United States Central Command Air
&lt; Forces (Comd USCENTAF) or his designated subordinate commander in accordance with his
policies, for the operational efficiency of his detachment. The channel of communication on
questions relating to the military aspects of the mission and on questions of general
administration within the USCENTAF organization will be to Comd USCENTAF. Any proposed
changes affecting the organization or operations of the SWA TAL Unit shall be referred to me.
Use of Force

10.
Controlling the use of force during operations is both an operational and a legal
imperative. ROE are an indispensable instrument of command and control for ordering and
controlling the use of force during military operations.
11.
Every CO is personally responsible for the training of his troops in the use of force and
the proper application of the ROE. Any use of force by members of CA JTFSWA shall comply
with the ROE implemented by me and with the CF doctrine as described at reference C. Any use
of force must be reported to me through the most appropriate and quickest secure means.

12.
The CO NSU in his duties as Camp Comdt is responsible to the Comd CA JTFSWA for
the Force Protection (security) of all CF personnel, infrastructure and equipment at Camp Mirage
and assigned satellite locations. The Camp Comdt has the responsibility to implement Security
Alert Levels (SAL) for Camp Mirage, together with lodger and assigned satellite units in
accordance with the direction of reference H.

Discipline
13.
The Deputy Chief of Defence Staff (DCDS) is the referral authority for every CO of CA
JTFSWA.
14.
Pursuant to section 162.3 of the National Defence Act, I am a “superior commander” for
matters of discipline. I will be the next superior officer for all matters of discipline for the CO of
the SWA TAL Unit.
15.
The CO of the SWA TAL Unit shall have jurisdiction over those CF members who are
assigned to the SWA TAL Unit. In addition, jurisdiction may be exercised over those members
referred to the SWA TAL Unit CO by another CO or by a Superior Commander under the
provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the member referred to the
SWA TAL Unit CO must be present at the Canadian Compound located at Al Minhad AB when
proceedings are taken under the Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.

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16.
Every CO’s powers of punishment are limited to those prescribed in article 108.24 of
QR&amp;O. Except otherwise instructed, or as otherwise provided in such Status of Forces
Agreement (SOFA) or other agreements as may be reached, every CO should proceed on the
assumption that all members of CA JTFSWA are subject exclusively to Canadian criminal and
disciplinary jurisdiction.

Therefore, it is even more critical that COs seek assistance from their
legal adviser before initiating any disciplinary measures.
i

17.
Pursuant to article 108.10 of QR&amp;O, COs may delegate powers to one or more officers
under their command to try accused persons by summary trial. Any such delegation shall be
done in writing and must contain the name of the delegated officer or designation by reference to
the officer's appointment or the duties the officer performs. Powers of punishment by delegated
officers shall be limited to those expressly prescribed in article 108.25 of QR&amp;O, and to such
further limitations as the CO may from time to time impose in writing. Note that pursuant to
QR&amp;O 108.10(2)(a)(i), a CO may not delegate his/her powers unless the officer to whom the
powers are to be delegated has been trained and certified by the Judge Advocate General as a
Presiding Officer.
18.
Pursuant to article 107.02, COs may authorize such officers and non-commissioned
members as they deem appropriate to lay charges. Such authorizations should be done in
writing. Pursuant to reference D, COs may designate one or more officers under their command
to be a "Custody Review Officer". Every CO shall ensure that copies of all such delegations and
appointments including particulars are sent to my headquarters, attention COS/Legal Advisor,
for reference no later than two weeks after receipt of this instruction.
Financial Authority
19.

The financial authorities are detailed in the Task Force Standing Order 205 (ref F).

Relations with other coalition forces and nationals of the parties to the dispute

20.
Every CO shall ensure that all personnel under his command demonstrate the highest
degree of courtesy, respect and co-operation in all their relations, official or unofficial, with
members of coalition forces from other countries, or other missions, military or civilian.
21.
Every CO shall ensure that all personnel under his/her command refrain from making any
expressions of opinion about Canadian or coalition plans, actions, or statements of the prevailing
situation. In addition, COs shall ensure that the personnel under their command refrain from any
expression of opinion as to the rights or wrongs of the situation prevailing in the USCENTCOM
AOR or neighbouring countries.
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22.
It is my full intent to provide all COs with the necessary means to effectively and
efficiently complete their missions. The above powers will permit LCol Letouche to
successfully execute his assigned tasks in accordance with Canadian strategic direction and my
predecessor’s Commanders’ guidance (ref G).

23.
This document supersedes the designation of CA JTFSWA TAL Det CO and TOR issued
by me on 11 June 2003.

be etc----

D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander
Joint Task Force South West Asia
Distribution List
Action

CO SWA TAL Unit

Information
NDHQ Ottawa - DCDS, COS J3
NDHQ Ottawa - D Law/Ops - Cdr Bematchez
CA JTFSWA Tampa - JI, J3, J8
CA JTFSWA NCE Tampa - CO

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National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL USA
33621

5400-1 (ComdJTFSWA)
21 July 2003

DCDS
OP APOLLO ROTO 2 SUPPORT TO OP ATHENA
References: A. 5400-1 (CO NSU) 15 July 2003 (enclosed)
B. Telecom ADM(HR-Mil) DHH/COS OP APOLLO 20 June 2003

1.
The Op APOLLO National Support Unit (NSU) was formed in January 2002 as
part of the Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (JTFSWA). Since it’s inception,
there have been three complete rotations and all deserving members have been awarded
the South West Asia medal, with the Afghanistan Bar. As you are fully aware,
commencing April 2003 the focus of NSU support activity has shifted significantly, with
the majority of effort now focused on Op ATHENA rather than Op APOLLO. Indeed,
effective 16 August 2003 the NSU will be transformed into a Theater Support Base (TSB)
for Op ATHENA in direct support of Task Force Kabul (TFK). The purpose of this
correspondence is to seek your acknowledgement that in addition to their recognized
support to Op APOLLO, specific members of the Roto 2 NSU should also be recognized
for their significant contribution to Op ATHENA.

2.
At reference A, the Commanding Officer NSU has forwarded a detailed
substantiation requesting that 114 Camp Mirage personnel be recognized for their
significant effort in support of Op ATHENA. He has provided a complete list of Roto 2
personnel who for more than 30 days have substantially contributed to Op ATHENA. In
recent discussions with Mr Andre Levesque, reference B, he stated that the means by
which service to Op ATHENA will be recognized has not yet been finalized. Additionally,
he indicated that a decision as to whether or not Roto 2 personnel should receive dual
recognition is clearly the domain of the National Honours and Awards Committee. Of
note, this submission does not address the contributions made by the Tactical Airlift Unit.
Follow on correspondence will be forwarded to cover both their Op ATHENA and Op
CARAVAN contributions.

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3.
At this point NSU Roto 2 tour of duty is nearing completion and the Op APOLLO
NCE will fold on 16 August 2003. As such, this correspondence is forwarded to act as a
record of service rendered to Op ATHENA by Camp Mirage. If it is decided that a
separate medal will be issued, I strongly request that you forward reference A to the
National Honours and Awards Committee for their due deliberations.

D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander
Joint Task Force South West Asia
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PO Box 5105 Station Forces
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15 July 2003
Commander
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OP APOLLO ROTO 2 SUPPORT TO OP ATHENA
References: A. COMD 128 070902Z JUL 03 - FRAG O 128 - Camp Mirage Transition from
Op APOLLO to Op ATHENA
B. COS J3 537 261910Z JUN 03 - FRAG O 045 - Op APOLLO CM Transition to Op
ATHENA
C. Comd CA JTFSWA ‘Town Hall’ Forum with CM pers, 171515Z Jun 03
D. Discussion LCol Roberts A/CM Cmdt/Maj Lilienthal DCO TAL, 21 Jun 03

Reference A announced that as a result of the shift in focus from Op APOLLO to Op
1.
ATHENA, the Government of Canada had directed a drawdown of Op APOLLO forces,
including the reduction and reassignment of the National Support Element and NCCIS to Op
ATHENA. Reference B, dated 26 June 2003, announced that the transition of Op APOLLO
Camp Mirage to Op ATHENA Camp Mirage would be conducted in two phases; Phase One
was directed to be implemented “immediately”.
2.
Since well before 26 June 2003, the personnel of Op APOLLO have played a
significant role in the successful OP ATHENA theatre activation. Although not initially
mandated to support Op ATHENA, it became immediately apparent that the depth of
experience and capabilities resident in Camp Mirage were required to focus on and satisfy Op
ATHENA’s early support requirements. The NSU, NCCIS and TAL immediately rose to the
challenge and remain committed to supporting Op ATHENA. As requested at reference C,
this letter provides the rationale for a formal recognition of these efforts for the NSU and
NCCIS. A list of these personnel is attached. Although supportive of this Camp Mirage
submission, TAL is involved in multiple missions and is impacted by 56-day rotations.
Further staffing is required to determine the TAL members eligible for Op ATHENA
recognition. Their list of personnel will follow shortly under separate cover as discussed at
reference D.

3.
Camp Mirage has supported all aspects of Op ATHENA activation without
augmentation. In addition to being used as the staging base for all transiting Op ATHENA
recce and Theatre Activation Team (TAT) personnel, Camp Mirage has been involved in a
myriad of support related activities. To date, over 700 supply demands have been actioned,
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and many Op ATHENA personnel have been issued personal and protective equipment,
weapons and ammunition. Cargo loads have been prepared and at times unloaded and reloaded when high priority items such as defensive stores have been identified on short notice.
Additional support arrangements have been organized and operational liaison effectively
established. The NSU has also provided considerable administration, food service,
transportation, supply, local purchase order, traffic, medical, finance and accommodations
support as required. NCCIS has provided TAVs, cryptographic courier runs, parts,
equipment, cabling, programming, radios, equipment, communications information upon
request, and a myriad of other communication support. TAL regularly transports passengers
and cargo and is essential for movement in and out of Afghanistan. Camp Mirage personnel
have adjusted schedules and worked long hours to ensure that the new operation received the
necessary supplies and support as quickly as possible.

■

4.
The dedicated assistance of Camp Mirage personnel has been identified as
exceptional. The Liaison Recce Team (LRT) Comd spoke to the Camp Mirage impact in his
SITREPs stating, “Support from NSU has been a critical enabler and their efforts are much
appreciated” and “Support to LRT from Op APOLLO and the NSU is outstanding”. The Op
ATHENA TAT Comd and senior staff have often commented in glowing terms on the critical
Camp Mirage contribution to overall Op ATHENA success. They shared these comments
with the DCDS during his recent visit. The DCDS was impressed with the accomplishments
of Op APOLLO personnel during his tour of the operational theatre. His favourable
comments as to the support provided by Camp Mirage were passed to the CO NSU. The
CDS and MGen Leslie also expressed, with appreciation during recent visits, the importance
of the ongoing Camp Mirage contribution to the successful theatre activation of Op
ATHENA.

5.
This request for appropriate recognition is not without precedent. Canadian service
personnel serving internationally have in the past shifted from one mission to another within
one deployment. In Cambodia, members serving under UNAMIC transitioned to UNTAC
between March and May 92. In the former Yugoslavia, the signing of the Dayton Accord in
Paris, France on 14 Dec 95 caused the deployed soldiers to change from blue berets to green,
as they first served under UNPROFOR and then IFOR. In addition, personnel serving on
SFOR in Aug 01 were subsequently tasked to the FYROM. In each of these three cases, the
CF members received both medals reflecting their significant contributions to two separate
missions.
6.
The NSU, NCCIS and TAL are dedicated to providing outstanding support to the
personnel and mission of Op ATHENA. Our Op APOLLO personnel deserve recognition for
this support well above and beyond their mission requirements. Personnel deployed on the
Op ATHENA theatre activation team for 30 days will likely be recognized appropriately. For
Camp Mirage personnel who provide a minimum of thirty days support, formal recognition
with the awarding of the Op ATHENA medal, should one be struck, is also appropriate and
well deserved.

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7.
Sir, we have served during this Op APOLLO roto with an unprecedented everevolving mandate. The reality on the ground is that Op ATHENA has been our main effort
since before 26 Jun 03 and Camp Mirage personnel have proudly answered the call. Our
personnel have made an outstanding and unique contribution. In reviewing the regulations,
there are some who would argue that the Op APOLLO mission will not TOCA to Op
ATHENA until 16 Aug 03 and that despite historical precedent, additional recognition is not
warranted. I am very proud of our efforts and would counter that the awarding of the Op
ATHENA medal to the Camp Mirage personnel identified herein recognizes their service in
Phase One of the transition of Camp Mirage from Op APOLLO to Op ATHENA as outlined
in references A and B and is simply the right thing to do. Your continued support is
respectfully solicited and is most appreciated.

JPJ LeBlanc
Colonel
Camp Mirage Commandant
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
Attachment: Eligible Camp Mirage Personnel Who Have Served for 30 Days During Op
ATHENA Activation Phase One

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PARADE DIRECTIVE - CHANGE OF COMMAND
CANADIAN JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH WEST ASIA
COMMANDING OFFICER NATIONAT. COMMAND ELEMENT
SITUATION

1.
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA) will conduct a Change of
Command Parade for the Commanding Officer National Command Element (CO NCE) at the
covered Pavillion on 23 Jul 03. The Reviewing Officer will be Brigadier General Dennis C.
Tabbemor, Commander CA JTFSWA. Medal (SWASM) presentations will also take place
during this event.

AIM
2.

The aim of this directive is to detail format and tasks.

EXECUTION
3.

The parade will follow a standard format.

a.

Parade Formation: Single Ranks - Hollow Square (see Annex B);

b.

Composition: NCE will form up Officers and NCMs mixed together. Only
essential duty personnel will be exempt attendance;

C.

Parade Timings-

(1)

Form-up: 0915 hrs under direction of J5/CSM,

(2)

Ceremony: 0930 hrs. The following timings will be adhered to:

(a) COS falls in: 0925 hrs, and
(b) Comd/LCol Szczerbaniwicz arrive 0930 hrs.
d.

Location- Event will be held at the CENTCOM outdoor patio (Pavilion) area.

e.

Parade Seqijence. The parade sequence of events is attached at Annex A;

f.

Dress: CADPAT with berets, wedge optional for aircrew. All pers will remove
security/access badges; and

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Flag Party. No Flag Party will be present, however Canadian and US flags will be
on static display.

ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.

Medical. J4 HSS (TAV) will be present to provide required attention.

5.
Work Party. MCpl Potter will be OPI to ensure all items are available. Will be assisted
by MCpl Johnston and CpI Connaroe. LS Estey will provide minor logistical support.
6.

Photographer. TBD. (Non-medal recipient)

7.
Recce. COS, SO Comd, J3, J5, CSM and MCpl Potter will recce the parade site 22 Jul 03
at a timing TBD.
8.
General. Prior to parade form-up at the pavilion, all medal recipients (see Annex C)
will be provided with a “medal hook” on which the Comd will hang the medal. The hook is to be
placed on the top left pocket flap of the CADPAT shirt. Following dismissal, the hooks are to be
returned to the table used for the signing ceremony. At the same time, all medal recipients are
required to,sign for their medal as well as taking a medal “storage” box (if so desired).
COMMAND

11.

12.

Command for this parade is as follows:

a.

Reviewing Officer BGen D.C. Tabbemor

b.

Parade Commander. Col C. Henneberry, and

c.

Parade CSM. MWO R.J. Handrahan.

Any queries regarding the parade may be directed to MWO Handrahan at 7-1559.

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CA JTFSWA
Annexes:

Annex A - Parade Format
Annex B - Parade Layout
Annex C - List of Medal Recipients
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ANNEX A
1110-1 (CSM)
19 Jul 03

PARADE FORMAT
CA JTFSWA CO NCE CHANGE OF COMMAND - 23 JUL 03
SER
COMMAND
1.
National Command Element
(NCE), (ATTENTION),
GARDE-VOUS___________
2.
National Command Element
(NCE),
(STAND AT-EASE),
EN PLACE, REPOS________
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National Command Element
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GARDE-VOUS
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APPOINTMENT ?

J5

ACTION/REMARKS
- The Canadian Contingent will all come to attention upon arrival of COS. COS
assumes parade from J5. J5 moves to alternate parade posn.

COS

- The Canadian Contingent will all stand at ease and await arrival of Comd and LCol
Szczerbaniwicz.

COS

- The Canadian Contingent will all come to attention with the arrival of Comd and
LCol Szczerbaniwicz.

Comd
LCol S.
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LCol S.
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- Comd will assume a position 3 paces in front of the COS. LCol Szczerbaniwicz will
position on BGen Comd’s left._____________________________________________
- Comd receives the General Salute from the COS, J4 and J5

8.

Comd
Medal Bearer

9.

Comd
Medal Bearer

- Medal bearer picks up medals tray from table and joins the Comd for presentation of
SWA Service Medal to designated parade members. Once Comd is in posn, medals
will be presented to each individual “in place”. Individuals are to come to Attention
prior to Comd’s arrival at their posn and Stand at Ease once Comd has passed.
NOTE: Photos to be taken of each medal recipient.____________________________
- SWASMs are presented to due recipients.

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“Attention”

National Command Element
(NCE), (STAND AT-EASE),
EN PLACE, REPOS

- General Salute is completed.___________________________
- LCol Szczerbaniwicz will proceed to seating area (if desired).
- The Canadian Contingent will all stand at ease.

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1110-1 (CSM)
19 Jul 03
10.

Comd

11.

Comd

12.

Comd,
Col Henneberry
LCol S.
J5___________
TBD
Comd

13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.

National Command Element
(NCE),, (ATTENTION),

20.
21.
22.
23.

National Command Element
(NCE), General Salute,
Salute__________________
23(a) “Attention”_____________
24.
J5

25.

A-2/2

National Command Element
(NCE), Dismissed.

Col Henneberry
Comd
LCol S.
LCol S.
LCol S.
J5

LCol S., J5
J5
LCol S.
Comd________
LCol S., J4, J5,
Comd
Col Henneberry
LCol S.
J5
LCol S.
J5

- Medals presentation completed. Comd proceeds to front to address the parade.
Medal bearer returns tray to table and falls in.__________________________________
- Comd completes his address and invites Col Henneberry and LCol Szczerbaniwicz to
participate in the official signing of the certificates._____________________________
- Comd, Col Henneberry and LCol Szczerbaniwicz proceed to table to sign the
certificates. J5 will move into/assume Parade Commander posn.

- Photos will be taken during the signing of the C of C certificates.
- Upon completion of the signing ceremony, Comd offers Col Henneberry opportunity
to address parade.________________________________________________________
- Completes address.______________________________________________________
- Comd announces LCol Szczerbaniwicz as officially assuming command of the NCE
and offers opportunity to speak to his unit.____________________________________
- LCol Szczerbaniwicz addresses parade._____________________________________
- Completes address.______________________________________________________
- J5 calls parade to attention.
- LCol Szczerbaniwicz proceeds to a position 3 paces in front of J5. J5 initiates salute.
- J5 hands over comd of parade to new CO NCE and moves to alternate parade posn.
LCol Szczerbaniwicz assumes Parade Comd position in prep for General Salute.
- Comd will proceed to position 3 paces in front of LCol Szczerbaniwicz.__________
- Comd will receive a General Salute from new CO NCE, J4 and J5. Comd will then
depart parade area accompanied by Col Henneberry.

- General Salute is completed._____________________________________________
- LCol Szczerbaniwicz hands back parade to J5 and joins Comd and Col Henneberry
- Dismissal.

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Dated: 19 July 03

co
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Bearer

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1110-1 (CSM)
19 Jul 03

ROTO 3 Medal Recipients

MEDALS

DUE

DATES

SVC NUMBER RANK SURNAME INIT
POSITION
Genereux
LJM
Maj
TFEngr
Maj
Theriault
JM
PAFFO

Maj
Gu'shue ;
Capt Fraser_
MWO Handrahan

s.19(1)

LCdr
_
WO
MCpI

TR
PJ
RJ

ARR DATE DUE DATE
23 Apr 03 21 Jul 03
23 Apr03 21 Jul 03

J1 ' .A-..........
19 Apr 03 21 Jul 03
J1 Svcs _____ 12 Apr 03
10 Jul 03
'
19
Jul 03
21
Apr
03
J1 Management
4 Apr 03 ~ 2 Jul 03
16 Apr
___
. 03I
14 Jul 03
15 Apr 03
13 Jul 03

Parkhouse_ OJW J2
Laforge
SJN J20ps
Johnston
DAM J2 Collator

3 Apr 03 ‘ f Jul 03
24 Apr 03 22 Jul 03
J 12 Apr 03 | 10 Jul 03
21 Apr 0 3
19 Jul 03

Maj
Bouchard
JVM J3 Air
LCdr Brisson
JGM J3 Maritime
| Lt(N) | Morrissette 'RAJ | J3 Mar 2
Lt(N) Work
FW ~ Watch keeper
CpI

Johnson

LCol | Quinn
LCdr Waller
Maj
Letourneau
Capt |McKa;

JA

Ops Clk

JKP
LA
JBG
HD

J4
’

J4 Mov
J4 Sup

16 Apr 03

14 Jul 03

10 Apr 03
16 Apr 03
21 Apr 03
22 Apr 03

8 Jul 03
j4 Jul O3
19 Jul 03
20 Jul03“
Jul 03

;

LCol

JW
a .

Willis
LCdr Samoluk
| Maj jBhaiwala

|A

j J5 Plans 2

Maj'^’ Grdndy

'CC
J6 Plans
|DJ
|J6 0ps
DiDomenico JSD JG CCO

Pringle

•

3 Apr 03

'

lLt(N) |Wiseman1
WO

23 Apr 03 | 21Jul 03
’ 22 Apr 03 20 Ju 103

J5
J5 Plans 1

|

j....r

J8»r

1 Jul 03

7AprO3
5 Jul 03
7 Apr 03 [' 5 Jul 03
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22 Apr
03 20 Jul 03

....... j—

8AprO3 \ 6Jul03

Sgt

jMersereau

MYM J8 Accounts 23 Apr 03 [ 21 Jul 03

Sgt
CpI
Cpl’
LS

Crump
Belanger
Conarroe
Estey

OS
JAC
LJ
ED

16 Apr 03
23 Apr 03
22 Mar 03
_15AprO3

14 Jul 03
21 Jul 03
19Jun 03
13 Jul 03

NCCIS____ ___ M4 Apr 03
NCCIS
____ 14 Apr 03
D£ NCCIS
_ 14 Apr 03
KM
NCCIS
14 Apr 03
RG ~ NCCIS y" \ ?" 17AprO3

12 Jul 03
12 Jul 03
12 Jul 03
12 Jul03
15 Jul 03^

C Clk
Sp OR Clk
OR ClkL_
Sp Sup Tech

WO_ Pilon_
MCpI Potter
MCpI Sherriff
MCpI Wadge
Cpl~ Fraser
CpI
Haakman

jl
KB

CpI

j j p m In c c is

Santerre

..

fcWWl7AprO3 15-Jul 03
Apr 03 1 15JuiO3

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19 Jul 03

ROTO 3 Medal Recipients

:pl

CpI

Scott
Thomsen

EA
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NCCIS
17 Apr 03
NCCIS
| 17 Apr 03
Total medals for parade:

15 Jul 03
15 Jul 03
27 “

Personnel moving forward:

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Capt Price______
Capt Hanson
Maj
Barrett____
McL
eod
Maj_
Capt Dunn
CpI
JDumais___
MCpI
Capt
Lt(N)_
MWO

Middleton
Roberts
Wiseman
Horwill

DC
WR
JMC
SA
DP
DJ_
DW

J2 Ops_____ __
Watchkeeper
SO___________
J3 Ops________
J3^Doord______
ORCIk
J8 Head Cashier
Watchkeeper
J6 Ops________
J6 F of S

DC

Comd

MD

ST
GG

~11 Mar 03 08 Jun 03
14 Apr 03 12 Jul 03
' 22 Apr 03
20 Jul 03
23Apr 03_’ 21 Jul 03
12Apr 03
10 Jul 03
16 Apr 03 ’ 14 Jul 03
23 Apr 03 21 Jul 03
20 May 03 17Aug63
7 Apr 03
5 Jul 03
l_22_AprO3 20 Jul 03

Cannot be presented by Comd:

BGen Tabbernor

12 Apr 03

10 Jul 03

nes on leave for 23 July parade
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Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Canada Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill Air Force Base
Tampa, Florida, USA 33621
3350-134-1 (J5 Mar)

16 July 2003
Distribution List
US NAVCENT COMBINED/JOINT FORCE MARITIME COMPONENT COMMANDER’S
(CJFMCC) OEF MARITIME FORCE GENERATION CONFERENCE HELD 24-27 JUN 03

1.
LCdr Samoluk, J5 Mar, represented the CF at the US NAVCENT CJFMCC Maritime
Force Generation Conference held in Tampa 24-27 Jun 03. His summary of the proceedings of
the conference and the Maritime Campaign Plan are enclosed for your information. I concur
with his assessments and support the recommendations.

2.
The Maritime Campaign Plan is still undergoing revision and should be released formally
in fall 03. It should serve to rationalize maritime operations throughout the CENTCOM AOR.
A copy of the latest draft will be forwarded separately.
3.
At this time there is no requirement for a strategic review or for additional NDHQ or
Command guidance or direction. Once the Maritime Campaign Plan is officially released there
will likely be a requirement for a strategic level review and reappraisal of our commitments.

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THE COMBINED/JOINT FORCE MARITIME COMPONENT COMMANDER’S
(CJFMCC) OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM
MARITIME FORCE GENERATION CONFERENCE 24-27 TUNE 2003

ISSUE

1.

To apprise Comd JTFSWA of the discussions that took place at the Maritime Force
Generation conference held at US NAVCENT, Tampa.

BACKGROUND
2.
The last CJFMCC Maritime Force Generation conference was held in Mar 03 in
Tampa. The conference was held earlier than the originally planned fall 03 date due to the
evolving situation in Iraq and the AOR and to Coalition nations announcements of OEF
maritime draw-downs.
DISCUSSION
3.
Canada-US Bilateral Discussions on Force Commitments. LCdr Samoluk (NCE
Tampa J5 Maritime) met with Capt(N) Daniel (Director Friendly Forces C2/Bahrain),
Capt(N) Camacho (NAVCENT/Bahrain), and Cdr Resnick (NAVCENT/Tampa).

4.
CA Maritime Contributions. USN staff were advised that the CA maritime
commitment to OEF is one frigate (FFH) until end Oct 03 and that no current plans exist to
provide MPA support in the future. The US intends maintaining one carrier strike fleet in
theatre to support OEF and other operations. They inquired if a CA FFH would be sailing as
part of this carrier strike fleet in 04. They were advised unofficially that CA is considering
one FFH, but that commitments could not be made at this time.
5.
CA Maritime Restrictions. USN staff were advised that the 28° 30' N latitude
restriction in the Arabian Gulf remains in effect for CA maritime assets and that a GOC
decision to lift it is being pursued. They are aware of national restrictions preventing
maritime operations in the vicinity of the Hom Of Africa (HOA) and that any request to
reconsider would require substantiation by actionable intelligence.
6.

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7.
BN.

Update on the OEF Maritime Campaign Plan (MCP). To be addressed by a separate

8.
Measures of Effectiveness (MOE). A working group represented by the US, CA, the
UK and SP discussed development of OEF Maritime metrics/measures of effectiveness that
can eventually be taken forward for further refinement/consideration by the NAVCENT N8.
This effort is considered important in order for nations to quantify the progress on the Global
War on Terrorism and to justify future force contributions.

9.
Maritime Force Contributions. Most nations indicated a reduction in their maritime
contributions. A table of asset shortfalls is at Annex A.

10.
Next Force Generation Conference. The majority of Coalition nations preferred that
the next conference be held in Tampa. The Coalition nations were adamant that the next
conference not be held before the CENTCOM OEF Campaign Plan has been published. The
recommendation was that NAVCENT use the new CENTCOM OEF Campaign Plan and new
Maritime Campaign Plan as the critical elements for the next conference in determining force
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requirements. Partners want to address the CENTCOM OEF Campaign Plan, Maritime
Campaign Plan, J2 assessment of the past eighteen months of OEF/GWOT, forces required
for the next six/nine months, and the force generation process.
11.
Closing Remarks. RAdm Milliken thanked all nations for their continued support of
OEF MIO and the GWOT, emphasizing that NAVCENT could not perform its mission
without its Coalition partners.

CONCLUSION

12.
Nations are drawing down their commitments to OEF, resulting in an overall shortfall
of maritime assets. Canada’s official maritime commitment to OEF ceases at the end of Oct
03. Should the GOC commit one warship to the USN carrier strike fleet operating in the
AOR in early 04, DND/DFAIT policies regarding Canadian maritime asset employment in
the vicinity of HOA may require review.

Prepared by: LCdr A. Samoluk, J5 Maritime CA JTFSWA NCE Tampa
Reviewed by: LCol J.W. Willis, J5
Date: 12 Jul 03

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CA JTFSWA NSU CAMP MIRAGE READY-USE AMMUNITION LOCK-UP LICENSES
Reference: A. 3350 - 165/A27 (J3 Inti 2-4) 30 May 03.
B. 3350-Apollo (J4 Log) 15 May 03, DAPM Ammunition TAV to Op APOLLO
Camp Mirage 21 Mar - 06 Apr 03.
C. C09-153-001/TS-000.
As directed in refs, all Ready-use Ammunition Lock-ups must be licensed.
Enclosed are all the Camp Mirage Ready-use Lock-up licenses, which have been
prepared and signed by the Ammunition Technician and CO NSU.
1.

2.
In order to complete the licenses, block 20, in part 3 of the forms must be
signed by Command, in this case the DCDS. The TF Cmdr may request delegation of
authority and sign in block 20. In the case of licenses for Ready-use Lock-ups, there is
no requirement to fill part 4 of the form.

3.
Once the licenses have been completed and signed, request they be returned to
NSU Camp Mirage to be kept on file with photocopies posted in each Ready-use
Lock-up.
4.
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Technician, WO Laker.

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2. SITE NO. • N" D EMPLACEMENT

3. SERIAL NO. • N* DE MATRICULE

DEFENCE &amp; SECURITY PLATOON. NSU, JTFSWA

Camp Mirage-D&amp;S

4950-02-03

4. TYPE OF SITE • TYPE O'EMPLACE MENT

5. FACILITY PLAN NO. - N* OU PLAN INSTALLATION 6. SITE PLAN NO. ■ N‘ OU PLAN DE L’EMPLACEMENT

Ready-use Lock-up

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9. USEABLE STORAGE AREA / VOLUME

DIMENSIONS A L’INTERIEUR

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N/A
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1.1

1.21

1.22
1.33
1.34

1.4

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EXPOSED SITE NAME/NO.

(kg)

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N/A

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J.PJT Leblanc Col CO NSU

____________________________________________________

July 03

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4. TYPE OF SITE - TYPE D'EMPLACEMENT

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DIVISION

N/A

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peuvent fetre entrepos^es dans ce sidge d’entreposage.

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13. HAZARD DlVISlOf 14. WEIGHT AUTHORIZED

DIVISIONS DE

POIDS AUTORISC

1.21
1.22
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EXPOSED SITE NAME / NO.

(kg)

RISQUE

1.1

15. GOVERNING FACTORS - FACTEURS GOUVERNAN 16. DETAILS

NOM/N* DU SITE EXPOSE

DISTANCE (m)

OPERATIONAL AMMUNITION

OR
OU

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OR
OU

Nil

OR
OU

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.

DATE

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PART 3 - COMMAND USE / PARTIE 3 - A L'USAGE DU COMMANDANT

07

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23. EXPIRY DATE - DATE D'EXPIRATION

24. NDHQ AUTHORITY - L'AUTORITE DU QGDN

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PART 1 - IDENTIFICATION DETAILS I PARTIE 1 - DETAILS D'INFORMATION
1. FACILITY - INSTALLATION

2. SITE NO. - N* D'EMPLACEMENT

3. SERIAL NO. - N* DE MATRICULE

TAL DET, MAINT FLT, JTFSWA

Camp Mirage-TAL

4950-01-03

5. FACILITY PLAN NO. - N* DU PLAN D'INSTALLATION 6. SITE PLAN NO. - N* OU PLAN DE ^EMPLACEMENT

4 TYPE OF SITE - TYPE D’EMPLACEMENT

Ready-use Lock-up
7. TYPE OF LIGHTNING PROTECTION syst

DIMENSIONS A L'INTERIEUR

Integrally Mounted System
10. STACKING HEIGHT

9. USEABLE STORAGE AREA / VOLUME

8. INTERNAL DIMENSIONS

Eme DE PARATONNERRE

L-

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AIRE / VOL D’ENTREPOSAGE UTILISABLE

2.3m

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mJ

CATEGORIE O INSTALLATION ELECTRIOUE

CHARGES MAXIMALES O'ENTREPOSAGE AU PLANCHER

N/A

m

H-

12. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CATEGORY

11. FLOOR LOAD LIMIT

HAUTEUR OtMPILEMENT

N/A

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N/A

kg/m2

DIVISION

CLASS(E)___________

N/A

PART 2 - EXPLOSIVES LIMITS / PARIE 2 - CHARGES MAXIMALES D’EXPLOSIFS
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DISTANCE (m)

OPERATIONAL AMMUNITION

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________________________________________________________ Col J-P-J. Leblanc CO NSU

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Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Canada Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill Air Force Base
Tampa, FL 33621
United States
3350-134-1 (J5 Mar)

// Jul 2003
NDHQ Ottawa - COS J3

CA JTFSWA HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS
CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN (COP) SAFIR
References: A. DCDS Instructions for International Operations 02/2000 Rev 1 (Art 307)
B. CA JTFSWA 3350-134-1 (J5 Mar) - COP SAFIR 11 July 2003 (enclosed)
1.
In view of the threat posed by hurricanes to the Tampa Bay region of Florida and the
direction at reference A concerning a Task Force evacuation plan, the NCE has developed COP
SAFIR (Reference B). This plan addresses the requirement to maintain effective Canadian
national command and control of Op APOLLO forces should the NCE and NCCIS Detachment
in Tampa be required to evacuate the Coalition Village in the event of a hurricane.
2.
COP SAFIR identifies the CO of the National Support Unit (NSU) in Camp Mirage as the
alternate Commander CA JTFSWA. It plans for the transfer of operational command from Comd
CA JTFSWA to CO NSU until such time as the humcane passes and the situation in the Tampa
Bay region can be assessed. Should you or your staff require additional information, the point of
contact is LCdr Andy Samoluk, JTFSWA J5 Maritime, at (813) 827-1284.

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Brigadier-General
Commander

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Canada Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill Air Force Base
Tampa, FL 33621
United States
3350-134-1 (J5 Mar)
// July 2003
Distribution List
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS - CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN (COP) SAFIR

References: A. CA JTFSWA NCE 3350-134-1 (J5 Mar) 24 Jun 2003
B. CENTCOM Hurricane Preparedness Briefing to Coalition Reps conducted 1 Jul 2003
1.

SITUATION

a.

Background. The COP at Reference A provides for the preparation, effective
command and control and protection of CA JTFSWA NCE and NCCIS Det
personnel in the event of a hurricane striking the Tampa Bay area. This revised
COP supersedes Reference A effective immediately and will be implemented
when a hurricane or tropical storm is expected in the Tampa Bay area within 72
hours. Definitions are at Annex A. The CENTCOM plan briefed at Reference B
makes no provision for the Coalition village.

b.

Scope. This COP applies to the CA JTFSWA NCE and NCCIS Det. It includes
preparations for a hurricane strike and the procedures for evacuation from the
Tampa Bay area to a safe location. This COP does not address the requirement to
permanently redeploy should the Coalition village suffer sufficient damage to
render it uninhabitable.

c.

Objectives.

d.

(1)

Maintain the safety of NCE personnel and visitors;

(2)

Maintain effective command and control of CA JTFSWA;

(3)

Maintain adequate situational awareness for Commander CA JTFSWA;

(4)

Safeguard classified material and equipment;

(5)

Maintain the NCE and NCCIS Det as a cohesive unit; and

(6)

Ensure ease of implementation on short notice.

Centres of Gravity.

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(1)

Safety of personnel; and

s.15(1)

(2)

Effective command and control of Op APOLLO forces.

e.

f.

g-

Assumptions.

(1)

The NCE/NCCIS Det will rely primarily on its integral resources to
deploy to a safe location; and

(2)

The NCE/NCCIS Det will generally follow CENTCOM direction to
evacuate although Comd JTFSWA may wish to evacuate earlier if the
situation requires;

(3)

CENTCOM will not provide accommodation or facilities to support the
Coalition village.

Limitations.

(1)

Predicting a hurricane’s path is difficult, therefore the CA JTFSWA
alternate HQ must be out of harm’s way; and

(2)

The COP will have to be flexible since the hurricane’s path may change.

Key Factors.
(1)

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MISSION. In the event of a predicted hurricane in the Tampa Bay area, CA JTFSWA
NCE and NCCIS Det will deploy to a safe location while ensuring that operational command
and control of Op APOLLO forces is maintained.
2.

3.

EXECUTION

a.

Commander’s Analysis. This COP addresses the contingency that the NCE and
NCCIS Det are threatened by a hurricane strike to the Tampa Bay area. Due to
the lack of precision in forecasting a hurricane’s intensity and path, this COP
must be easy to execute and be flexible. By being prepared to deploy early, the
NCE will maximize its ability to ensure that effective command and control of
Op APOLLO forces is maintained while minimizing any threat to NCE and
NCCIS Det personnel.

b.

Commander’s Intent.

(1)

Purpose. The CA JTFSWA NCE and NCCIS Det will be prepared to
evacuate to an alternate location out of harm’s way, using integral
transportation resources, so as to safeguard the lives of NCE and NCCIS
Det personnel while maintaining effective command and control of Op
APOLLO forces.

(2)

(3)

c.

End-state. The NCE and NCCIS Det are re-established in the Coalition
village, following an evacuation from Tampa, and continue to command
Op APOLLO forces.

Concept of Operations. NCE and NCCIS Det personnel must be prepared for a
potential hurricane in the Tampa Bay area. This includes personal preparations such as

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having hurricane kits available as well as preparations to deploy from Tampa out of a
storm’s path on receipt of the appropriate warning. When an evacuation is imminent,
OC Sp will arrange for the rental of vehicles and drivers as required.
'Qon-essential equipment will be stored in building 540 or remain in
the trailers unless room permits for transport. Once it is clear that Tampa is
threatened by a hurricane, redeployment will take place in the following phases:

(1)

(2)

(3)

Phase 1 - Warning. HURCON 4 (72 hrs)
(a)

Warning of a possible hurricane strike is received;

(b)

Selected equipment is loaded onto vehicles and/or stored in Bldg
540;

(c)

Personnel prepare to move out of the storm’s path/flood zone; and

(d)

Issue a warning order that CO NSU may be required to assume
OPCOM of all Op APOLLO forces in theatre.

Phase 2 - Deployment. HURCON 3 and 2 (48 - 24 hrs).

(a)

Pass OPCOM of all Op APOLLO forces in theatre to CO NSU on
order ofComd JTFSWA;

(b)

On order, finish loading equipment (less that stored in building
540) and prepare to redeploy to a safe location to be determined
based on the storm’s predicted path;

(c)

As directed by Commander JTFSWA, move in convoy to a safe
location out of the storm’s projected path;

(d)

Ensure all personnel are safely accounted for; and

(e)

Maintain minimal situational awareness from the safe location
until all clear is announced.

Phase 3 - Resumption of Command and Control. After the hurricane
threat has passed:

(a)

As directed by Commander JTFSWA, redeploy to MacDill AFB
or to another location if the facilities at MacDill AFB have been
destroyed;

(b)

Re-establish communications with NDHQ and Op APOLLO
forces; and

(c)

On order of Commander JTFSWA, reassume OPCOM of all Op
APOLLO forces in theatre from CO NSU.

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d.

Tasks. CA JTFSWA NCE branches and advisors are responsible for the
following:

(1)

(2)

All Sections.
(a)

On order of Comd JTFSWA, deliver all
and DWAN
laptops and
to the
NCCIS Det Comd who will arrange for their transport or storage
as appropriate;

(b)

Assist the NCCIS Det Comd with the loading and storage of CIS
equipment as required;

(c)

Assist the J3 with the storage of all classified files (less those
essential files required to maintain minimal situational awareness
and limited command and control from a safe location) in
building 540; and

(d)

Be prepared to implement the emergency destruction plan if
required.

J2.
(a)

Be prepared to provide minimal intelligence support to
Commander JTFSWA from a deployed location if required; and

(b)

(3)

13.

(a)

Be prepared to co-ordinate the execution of this COP on order of
Comd JTFSWA;

(b)

Advise NDHQ that the NCE and NCCIS Det will be relocating to
an area outside the storm’s path and that communications will be
lost temporarily;

(c)

On order of Comd JTFSWA, issue a warning order to the NSU
that they may be required to assume OPCOM of all Op APOLLO
forces in theatre;

(d)

On order of Comd JTFSWA, pass OPCOM of all Op APOLLO
forces in theatre to CO NSU and advise NDHQ of this fact;

(e)

Based on the predicted hurricane path, select a safe location with
sufficient accommodation for all personnel to move to;

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(4)

(f)

Co-ordinate the loading of NCE and NCCIS Det essential
equipment and files into vehicles for evacuation, including the
redistribution of cellular telephones as required to control the
evacuation;

(g)

Co-ordinate the transfer of equipment to building 540 for storage;

(h)

Control the NSU and NCCIS Det convoy move of personnel and
equipment to a safe location, ensuring that the evacuation takes
place with only the minimum essential number of vehicles and
that there is at least one cell phone per vehicle; and

(i)

Re-establish minimal situational awareness and command and
control of the NCE and NCCIS Det in the safe location.

14.
(a)

(5)

Ensure medical support for NCE and NCCIS Det staff as required
during the evacuation.

J5.

(a)
(6)

(7)

(8)

Maintain awareness of CENTCOM hurricane preparedness
developments and intentions.

18:

(a)

Carry credit cards for local procurement as required;

(b)

On order, provide a cash advance of up to US $1000 per person
for use in case personnel become separated from the convoy; and

(c)

Be prepared to pay for accommodation, meals and other expenses
during an evacuation.

PC Sp:

(a)

Ensure that all personnel are issued with hurricane kits, an up to
date nominal roll, telephone list and maps;

(b)

Be prepared to rent additional transport resources for NCE and
NCCIS Det staff and equipment at short notice;

(c)

Maintain a convoy list of personnel and vehicles including the
cell phone number for each person; and

(d)

Arrange for temporary meals and accommodation for all
personnel in the new location.

NCCIS Det Comd.

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(a)

(9)

(b)

Arrange for the storage of LOCE, CENTRIXS and internet
systems in building 540;

(c)

Coordinate the transport or storage of all items on the Controlled
Cryptographic Item account

(d)

Coordinate the transport of the COMCEN, including ADDN,
facsimile, secure facsimile, voice and secure voice;

(e)

Be prepared to provide a limited
package
consisting of
'oice,:
; fax,
DWAN and ADDN dial-up access via commercial phone
or INMARSAT at an alternate location on evacuation from
Tampa; and

(0

Be prepared to restore CIS support on redeployment to Tampa.

CO NSU:

(a)
e.

Be prepared to assume OPCOM of all Op APOLLO forces in
theatre if required.

Coordinating Instructions.
(1)

NDHO. J3 staff will inform NDHQ of any impending hurricane strike
that may lead to an evacuation from Tampa.

(2)

CO NSU. J3 will establish early liaison with CO NSU in the event that a
hurricane may threaten Tampa and result in the execution of this COP.

(3)

CENTCOM CCC. CENTCOM CCC will serve as the primary point of
contact for the NCE J5/J3 during a hurricane evacuation. Liaison will be
established with the CCC early, in order to effectively execute this COP.

(4)

Timings. Execution of this COP will be on order of Commander CA
JTFSWA.

4. SERVICE SUPPORT
a.

Logistics Support. Detailed instructions for equipment storage in CENTCOM
HQ building 540 and transportation to the relocation point are at Annex C.

b.

Medical Support. NCE and NCCIS Det personnel will access medical support as
follows:

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5.

(1)

In the Tampa/St Petersburg area, primary care will be provided by
MacDill AFB and emergency care by calling 91 l.During an evacuation,
non-emergency care will be provided by local civilian health care
facilities and emergency care by calling 911;

(2)

Reimbursement for health care expenses. In most cases, civilian health
care facilities will require individuals to pay for any health care provided.
Depending on what is required this may be quite substantial. It is
important that individuals notify OC Sp (or J4 HSS if available) as soon
as possible of any requirement for care or that care has been provided,
obtain copies of all invoices, and request a copy of the medical file from
the civilian facility. OC Sp or J4 HSS will:
(a)

coordinate with the civilian health care facility to settle invoices
for care provided if not done by the individual receiving the care;

(b)

assist the individual to obtain copies of the medical file from the
civilian facility;

(c)

initiate a SIR for any hospital admission;

(d)

coordinate strategic air medevac requirements through CDLS
Washington; and

(e)

assist the member during in-patient stay.

Convoy List. The NCE and NCCIS Det will evacuate with all personnel and
selected equipment in the minimum essential number of vehicles. J3, in
conjunction with section heads, will control the convoy. Details of the vehicle
and occupant list for the evacuation is at Annex D. Personnel and vehicle lists
are subject to change.

COMMAND AND SIGNAL

a.

b.

Command.
(1)

OPCOM. No change until the situation dictates that OPCOM be
transferred to CO NSU; and

(2)

OPCON. No change.

Locations.

(1)

NCE Alternate HO. NSU at Camp Mirage.

(2)

NCE/NCCIS Det Relocation Point. The convoy will gather at the Bay
Isle Keys apartment complex or at the Coalition village parking area at
MacDill AFB as directed by Comd JTFSWA.

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Codewords.

c.

Move to the MacDill AFB parking area relocation point;

(1)

s.15(1)

(2)
(3)

ZY

NCE/NCCIS Det Alternate Location. The J3 will choose a redeployment
destination based on the predicted path and strength of the hurricane, the
distance from the coastline and the elevation, travel time and the
availability of accommodations. Potential alternate locations include
Orlando, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Jacksonville or an out of state
location.

Move to the Bay Isle Keys apartment complex relocation
point; and
Return to MacDill AFB and resume operations.

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D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander

Annexes:

Annex A - Personal Hurricane Preparations
Annex B - Emergency Destruction Plan
Annex C - Convoy List (to be issued)
Distribution List:
Action

CA JTFSWA NCE - All personnel
CA JTFSWA NCCIS Det - All personnel
CA JTFSWA NSU Camp Mirage - CO

Information
NDHQ Ottawa - COS J3, J3 Inti, NDCC, D Air FE, DMPOR 2, DLFR 3
CFJOG Kingston
CFJSR Kingston
HMCS Fredericton
HMCS Calgary
TAL Det - CO
NCCIS Sqn - CO
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SLOCJTF 180
LO to RAMCC
LO to CENTAF
LO to CFLCC
LO to Canadian Embassy Abu Dhabi

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to 3350-134-1 (J5 Mar)
COP SAFIR fl Jul 03
PERSONAL HURRICANE PREPARATIONS
1.
Because of the extremely low lying geography in much of the Tampa Bay area,
including all of MacDill AFB, personnel should not ride out even the milder tropical
storms due to the potential of serious flooding. Hurricane preparedness for NCE and
NCCIS Det personnel is both a personal and professional responsibility. Planning and
constant vigilance throughout the hurricane season are key to survival.

2.
Storm Warnings. Florida is the US state most susceptible to hurricanes which
generally occur between 1 June and 30 November. The Tampa Bay area is not frequently
affected by major Atlantic hurricanes. Based on climatology, storms that threaten the
Tamp Bay area generally occur in the September-October timeframe. While the Tampa
Bay area escapes frequent strikes, it does experience wind, surge and flood damage from
tropical storms and hurricanes which enter the Gulf of Mexico or cross the Florida
peninsula. Personnel should become familiar with the following definitions in order to
understand weather advisories:

a.

Tropical Disturbance. A rotary circulation with little to no development on
the ocean surface but better development in the upper atmosphere and no
strong winds, a common phenomenon in the tropics;

b.

Tropical Depression. A low pressure area with some rotary circulation on
the ocean surface and a sustained wind speed of less than 39 miles per
hour;

c.

Tropical Storm. A low pressure area with a distinct rotary circulation and
sustained wind speeds of 39 to 73 miles per hour;

d.

Hurricane. A low pressure area with a strong and pronounced rotary
circulation and a sustained wind speed of at least 74 miles per hour;

e.

Categorical Strength. The Safir-Simpson Scale is used to rate the strength
of hurricanes::
Category

Wind Speed (mph)

1
2
2
4
5

74-95
96-110
111-130
131-155
Above 155

Storm Surge
(ft)
3-6
7-12
13-17
18-21
Above 21

Damage
Minimal

Moderate
Major
Severe
Catastrophic

f.

Gale Warning. Wind speeds of 39 to 54 miles per hour expected;

g-

Storm Warning. Wind speeds of 55 to 74 miles per hour expected;

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h.

Hurricane Watch. A hurricane may threaten the area within 36 hours;

i.

Hurricane Warning. A hurricane is expected to strike the area within 24
hours. When a hurricane warning is issued, all precautions should be taken
immediately. If the hurricane’s path is unusual or erratic, the warning may
be issued only a few hours before the beginning of hurricane conditions;

j-

Alert/Waming Procedures. The 6th ARW Weather Flight will issue
hurricane conditions for MacDill AFB as follows:
HI JR CON 4
HI JR CON 3
HI TR CON 2
HI JR CON 1

58 mnh winds nossible within 72 hrs
58 mnh winds possible within 48 hrs
58 mnh winds possible within 24 hrs
nh winds possible within 12 hrs

Staving at Bay Isle Keys Apartments. If the apartments are outside the evacuation
3.
area and you are not required at MacDill AFB, take these precautions:

a.

Make sure the windows are protected and your apartment is secure;

b.

Ensure you have containers full of drinking water and fill your bathtub
with water. Line the tub with plastic sheeting or a clean shower curtain;

c.

Check your hurricane emergency kit and ensure that you have at least a
two-week supply of nonperishable food and a manual can opener;

d.

Stay inside and away from windows and glass doors. Find a safe area in
your apartment (an interior, reinforced room, closet or bathroom on the
ground floor). Personnel on upper levels may need to move in with
personnel on lower levels;

e.

Notify Next of Kin of the situation and that communications may be lost;
During the storm

f.

If the storm center passes over your area, there will be a short period of
calm. Do not go outside. At the other side of the eye, the wind speed
rapidly increases to hurricane force and will come from the opposite
direction. Wait for official word that the danger is over;

g-

If flooding threatens the apartments, turn off electricity at the main
breaker;

h.

If you lose power, turn off major appliances such as the air conditioner to
reduce damage;

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i.

Monitor your battery operated radio or TV for the latest advisories and
emergency information (although we will react to emergency information
through direction from the J3 staff);

j-

Do not use electrical appliances, including your computer.

Personal Storm Preparation Checklist. The following is a helpful checklist of
4.
things to do in anticipation of hurricane season:

a.

Know the location of the nearest public shelter as a backup to the primary
plan;

b.

Ensure that your hurricane emergency kit is complete and ready;

c.

Keep important personal documents together;

d.

Know your evacuation zone (Pinellas County for Bay Isle Keys
apartments or Hillsborough County for MacDill AFB);

e.

When a storm watch is issued:

(1)

Begin constant monitoring of weather reports on television or
radio;

(2)

Double-check your hurricane kit;

(3)

Fill up the car gas tank;

(4)

Carry a supply of cash because credit cards may not be accepted
and ATMs may not be working during the recovery period;

(5)

Bring indoors any loose items on Bay Isle Keys apartment
balconies; and

(6)

Bring indoors or anchor any loose items around the three Canadian
Coalition village trailers.

Hurricane Emergency Kit. All apartments are to be provided with a hurricane
5.
emergency kit with the following items:
a.

Toilet paper

b.

Paper towels

c.

Rubbing alcohol

d.

Map of Florida/Georgia

e.

Waterproof matches

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Antiseptic hand wipes

g-

Insect repellent

h.

Emergency blanket

i.

First aid kit

j-

Pack of candles

k.

Flashlight and spare batteries

1.

Radio and spare batteries

m.

Powdered milk

n.

Canned fruitjuice, vegetables and meat

o.

Hand-operated can opener

P

Instant coffee, tea, milk and soup

q-

Granola bars

r.

Dry cereal

s.

Aspirin and anti-diarrhea medicine

t.

5 gallons of drinking water

u.

Bleach

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National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force Southwest Asia
Eagle Village
7511 S Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB FL USA
33621

[3350-134-1 Comd)/
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July 2003

DJAG/Ops
National Defence Headquarters
MGen George R Pearkes Building
101 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, ON K1A0K2
Canada
PERFORMANCE - CDR V WIRTH

Reference: JAG Terms of Reference - Senior Legal Officer JTFSWA dated 20 January 2003
1.
Cdr Wirth was employed as the Senior Legal Officer Canadian Joint Task Force
South West Asia (JTFSWA) from 17 January to 17 July 2003 operating from the National
Command Element located at MacDill AFB, Florida. He initially worked for Brigadier General
Watt and has subsequently been my advisor since 12 April 2003. Throughout this period, Cdr
Wirth’s performance was exceptional.

2.
Cdr Wirth brought to his position a background of diverse operational experience and
a great depth of knowledge of military, national and international law. I could rely on him to
take the initiative and expertly address issues within his sphere of responsibility. On numerous
occasions, he most capably demonstrated his expertise on ROE interpretation, producing clear
detailed yet succinct summations. Cdr Wirth provided advice to all JTFSWA Commanding
Officers on any number of code of service discipline matters ranging from Summary Trials to
testifying at Courts Martial. His advice was always forthright and accurate. On international
issues, his depth of knowledge was invaluable as this Headquarters dealt with some sticky issues
such as the ramifications of a misfired torpedo and its resultant proximity to a sovereign nation.
As well, his council was invaluable as we negotiated an agreement with the New Zealand
Government and Military to provide support to their forces in theatre. His views of national
matters were also extremely valuable.
3.
In summary the entire staff has profited from his reasoned advice, well founded
arguments and penchant for doing things the right way from the start. Despite his extended tour
of duty, he remained cheerful and actively supported all morale and team building activities. I
particularly enjoyed his excellent sense of humour. In every respect, Vance has made a positive

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impact on the overall success of our mission. Personable, knowledgeable, professional, and an
excellent Legal Officer, he is an officer with whom I would be happy to serve with again.

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Brigadier General
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Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia
National Command Element
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB
Tampa FL 33621
3350-134-1 (Comd)
//July 2003

Distribution List
DESIGNATION OF COMMANDING OFFICER AND
TERMS OF REFERENCE CANADIAN JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH WEST ASIA (CA JTFSWA)

References: A. CDS OP ORDER 800 (005/2001) 28 Oct 01 as amended by Frag Os
B. Terms of Reference - Commander Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia dated 11 June 2003
C. B-GG-005-004/AF-005 Use of Force in CF Operations (Revise One) 2001-06-01
D. Section 153 NDA and Note to QR&amp;O 105.17
E. A-FN-100-002/AG-006 Delegation of Authoritiesfor Financial Administration for DND and the CF,
June 2001
F. TSFO 205 dated 30 May 2002
G. Commander’s Guidance 3350-134-1 (Comd) dated 22 May 02
H. 3350-134-30 (Comd) dated 12 Jan 03
General
1.
Operation APOLLO refers to the deployment of Canadian Forces (CF) resources to the United
States Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR) and their employment in
support of the US-led coalition campaign against terrorism (Operation ENDURING FREEDOM). The
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA), has been established for theTpufpb’seof’
exercising national operational level command over CF units and personnel participating in Op APOLLO.
The CDS through reference A and specifically the Terms of Reference (TOR) at reference B has named
me Commander Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (Comd CA JTFSWA). This document will
describe the different operational, disciplinary and administrative relationships that will exist within CA
JTFSWA. These TOR contain my instructions to the officer identified in these TOR.

Designations and Responsibilities
2.
Amongst other matters, the TOR at reference B authorize me to designate commanding officers
(CO). Pursuant to that authorization effective 24 July 2003,1 designate Lieutenant-Colonel G.C.
Szczerbaniwicz as CO of the CA JTFSWA National Command Element (NCE).

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Command and Control
3.
Full command of the CA JTFSWA resides with the CDS. As national operational level
commander, I exercise operational command (OPCOM) of all CF personnel, materiel and equipment
assigned to CA JTFSWA. Operational control (OPCON) of certain units or groupings under my
command has been delegated by the CDS at reference A to USCINCCENT and hence to such subordinate
commanders as USCINCCENT may deem appropriate.

4.
The principle of the separate entity of CA JTFSWA and its component units shall be maintained
at all times. In this connection, Canadians shall command all units or detachments of CA JTFSWA. If, at
any time, it appears that this principle is likely to be adversely affected, other than temporarily as a result
of urgent operational necessity, this situation shall immediately be reported to me for subsequent
reference to NDHQ as necessary.
5.
The CO of the CA JTFSWA NCE is responsible directly to me for all matters of national
administration and discipline in relation to his command. Where conflicts arise between these TOR and
any other orders, directives or instructions, he shall consult with me personally to resolve them.
6.
Should any CO receive orders or direction from an officer who has been assigned operational
control over his personnel or resources, which in his view are impossible to execute, or are contrary to
Canadian law, CF orders, CF Rules of Engagement (ROEs) or CF policy, and the issue cannot be
resolved between himself and that officer, the matter shall be referred directly to me.

Operations
7.
Employment of all CF resources assigned to CA JTFSWA must remain consistent with the
Canadian objectives and the scope of operations detailed in paragraphs l.C and l.D of reference A. Any
proposed deviation from them must be reported to me by the quickest secure means. Any proposed task
outside the employment matrix contained at paragraph 3.B. (1) of reference A must also be reported to me
by the quickest secure means. Employment of CF resources must be in accordance with Canadian
national laws and policy.

8.
The CO of the CA JTFSWA NCE is responsible to me for all matters related to the national
command and the operational efficiency of his unit.
Use of Force

9.
Controlling the use of force during operations is both an operational and a legal imperative. ROE
are an indispensable instrument of command and control for ordering and controlling the use of force
during military operations.

10.
Every CO is personally responsible for the training of his troops in the use of force and the proper
application of the ROE. Any use of force by members of CA JTFSWA shall comply with the ROE
implemented by me and with the CF doctrine as described at reference C. Any use of force must be
reported to me through the most appropriate and quickest secure means.

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Discipline

11.
The Deputy Chief of Defence Staff (DCDS) is the referral authority for every CO of CA
JTFSWA.
12.
Pursuant to section 162.3 of the National Defence Act, I am a “superior commander” for matters
of discipline. I will be the next superior officer for all matters of discipline for the CO of the CA
JTFSWA NCE.

13.
As the CO of the CA JTFSWA NCE, LCol Szczerbaniwicz shall have jurisdiction over those CF
members who are assigned to the CA JTFSWA NCE. In addition, jurisdiction may be exercised over
those members referred to LCol Szczerbaniwicz by another CO or by a Superior Commander under the
provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the member referred to LCol
Szczerbaniwicz must be present at CA JTFSWA Headquarters when proceedings are taken under the
Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
14.
Every CO’s powers of punishment are limited to those prescribed in article 108.24 of QR&amp;O.
Except otherwise instructed, or as otherwise provided in such Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) or
other agreements as may be reached, every CO should proceed on the assumption that all members of CA
JTFSWA are subiect exclusively to Canadian criminal and discinlinarv jurisdiction

Therefore, it is even more critical that COs seek assistance from
their legal adviser before initiating any disciplinary measures.

15.
Pursuant to article 108.10 of QR&amp;O, COs may delegate powers to one or more officers under
their command to try accused persons by summary trial. Any such delegation shall be done in writing
and must contain the name of the delegated officer or designation by reference to the officer's
appointment or the duties the officer performs. Powers of punishment by delegated officers shall be
limited to those expressly prescribed in article 108.25 of QR&amp;O, and to such further limitations as the CO
may from time to time impose in writing. Note that pursuant to QR&amp;O 108.10(2)(a)(i), a CO may not
delegate his/her powers unless the officer to whom the powers are to be delegated has been trained and
certified by the Judge Advocate General as a Presiding Officer.
16.
Pursuant to article 107.02, COs may authorize such officers and non-commissioned members as
they deem appropriate to lay charges. Such authorizations should be done in writing. Pursuant to
reference D, COs may designate one or more officers under their command to be a "Custody Review
Officer". Every CO shall ensure that copies of all such delegations and appointments including
particulars are sent to my headquarters, attention COS/Legal Advisor, for reference no later than two
weeks after receipt of this instruction.
Financial Authority

17.

The financial authorities are detailed in the Task Force Standing Order 205 (ref F).

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Relations with other coalition forces and nationals of the parties to the dispute

18.
Every CO shall ensure that all personnel under his/her command demonstrate the highest degree
of courtesy, respect and cooperation in all their relations, official or unofficial, with members of coalition
forces from other countries, or other missions, military or civilian.
19.
Every CO shall ensure that all personnel under his/her command refrain from making any
expressions of opinion about Canadian or coalition plans, actions, or statements of the prevailing
situation. In addition, COs shall ensure that the personnel under their command refrain from any
expression of opinion as to the rights or wrongs of the situation prevailing in the USCENTCOM AOR or
neighbouring countries.
Conclusion

20.
It is my full intent to provide all COs with the necessary means to effectively and efficiently
complete their missions. The above powers will permit LCol Szczerbaniwicz to successfully execute his
assigned tasks in accordance with Canadian strategic direction and my predecessor’s Commanders’
guidance (ref G).
21.
This document supersedes the designation of CA JTFSWA NCE CO and TORs issued by me on
11 June 2003.

D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander
Joint Task Force South West Asia
Distribution List

Action

CO CA JTFSWA NCE
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National Defence

Defense nationale

National Defence Headquarters
Ottawa, Ontario

Quartier g6n6ral de la Defense nationale
Ottawa (Ontario)
K1A0K2

K1A0K2

[O July 2003

Brigadier-General D.C. Tabbernor, OMM, CD
Commander of Canadian
Task Force South West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MACDILL AFB FL
MACDILL AFB FL 33621
USA
FORWARDING OF CORRESPONDENCE

It is requested that the enclosed letters from the Chief of the Defence Staff be
forwarded to General Tommy Franks (Retired) and General John Abizaid.
Copies of these letters are included for your information.

So
I.C. Poulter

Colonel

Executive Assistant to the
Chief of the Defence Staff

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Chief of the Defence Staff
National Defence
Headquarters
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A0K2

Chef d’etat-major de la Defense
Quartier general de
la Defense nationale
Ottawa (Ontario)
K1A0K2

July 2003

General Tommy R. Franks (Retired)
Commander-in-Chief
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MACDILL Air Force Base Florida
MACDILLAFBFL 33621-5101
USA
,/

Dear Gem

ranks,

As you begin your well-earned retirement, may I take this opportunity to
congratulate you on an outstanding military career and thank you for being
such a supportive friend to Canada over these past years.
Your illustrious career culminated at a time of intense global challenge and the
successful conclusion of two major combat operations, under your command, in
Afghanistan and Iraq. Your leadership has been pivotal to the successes
achieved to date in our campaign against terrorism.

Congratulations on a job well done and please accept my best wishes for an
enjoyable and healthy retirement.
Sincerely,

R.R. Henault
General

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National
Defence

Defense
nationale

Canada
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National Defence
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K1A0K2

Chef d'etat-major de la Defense
Quartier general de
la Defense nationale
Ottawa (Ontario)
K1A0K2

io July 2003

General John Abizaid
United States Central Command
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MACDILL Air Force Base Florida
MACDILLAFBFL 33621-5101
USA
n n

Dear Gener;

On behalf of the Canadian Forces, I would like to express my sincere
congratulations on your recent appointment as Commander of the United States
Central Command.

Your 30-year military career and knowledge of Middle East affairs make you well
suited for heading this Command, and I extend my best wishes to you as you
assume the responsibilities for US Forces deployed in this challenging and
complex region.
I hope that we shall be able to build upon the good relationship that I shared with
your predecessor, and I look forward to meeting you in the near future.

Sincerely,

R.R. Henault
General

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Defence

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National Police Agency -KLPDCrirne Division Department -DRCriminal Investigation Development and Technology Department-AORT
Europaweg 45
2711 EM Zoetermeer
The Netherlands
To Whom It May Concern:
In March 2003, four one-year control level subscriptions to the Edison Travel Document (TD) System
were procured and registered in the name of the Commander Joint Task Force Southwest Asia (JTFSWA).
Because of the reduction in Canada’s contribution to Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), the JTFSWA will
cease to exist as of August 16, 2003. Consequently, the registered User of the subscriptions, as identified in
Appendix B of the contract, must be changed if the subscriptions are to be continued to be used by units
assigned to OEF. I hereby request that the User be changed to “Department of National Defence Canada”.
The new User address is as follows:

Department of National Defence Canada
Canadian Navy (FLS)
PO Box 52472
JUMAL AL MAJID Bldg
Suite 602
Bur Dubai, UAE
Furthermore, I request clarification with respect to the destruction and return procedures, as outlined
in paragraph 14.4 and 14.5 of the contract. Specifically, what is the acceptable method of destroying or
rendering useless, the software and Information Carriers? In addition, is it necessary to return the software and
Information Carriers to the vendor once they are destroyed or rendered useless?
Finally, while the use of the Edison TD System has proven invaluable in supporting the ships assigned
to OEF, the requirement for this product will cease once the subscriptions expire on March 25, 2004. I am
serving notice, as required by paragraph 14.1 of the contract, that the subscriptions will not be renewed.

Regards,

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D.C. Tabbemor
Brigadier-General
Commander

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Memorandum

3350-134-1 (SOComd)
to Jul 03
Dist List

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY - COMP JTFSWA
Refs: A. CFI00 dated 15 May 03
B. TOR Comd JTFSWA dated 10 Apr 02

1. Pursuant to the authority granted to me at ref B, 1 delegate to Col C.J. Hennebeny, JTFSWA
COS, during my absence on leave from 12 July to 19 July (ref A) the duties and responsibilities
of Acting Commander. During this same time period, he is delegated the following duties
assigned to me in ref B:

a. the authority to issue orders to the Commanding Officers of JTFSWA units;

b. my authority to implement Rules of Engagement;
c. my powers and jurisdiction, except for disciplinary powers and jurisdiction, of an
officer commanding a formation;
d. the visit approval authority.
2. This delegation of authority will cease upon my return to JTFSWA HQ.

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Brigadier-General
Commander JTFSWA
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National Command Element
Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL USA
33621

3350-134-01 (J3 Ops)
J^e 2003
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CA JTFSWA - TACTICAL AIRLIFT
DETACHMENT - NAME CHANGE PROPOSAL
References: A. CA JTFSWA TAL Det 1920-1(DCO) 27 Apr 03
B. Telecon CA JTFSWA COS/CAS D Air FE 24 Jun 03

1.
The Commanding Officer of the Tactical Airlift Detachment (TAL Det) has requested a
name change (reference A) to provide a greater sense of unit affiliation at Camp Mirage.
Throughout Operation APOLLO, and now with Operation ATHENA, TAL personnel have been
drawn from across the airlift community, rather than deployed as a formed unit. The current TAL
Det nomenclature does not allow for identification with an operationally appropriate name.

2.
As discussed at reference B, I would like to propose a change from TAL Det to “SWA
Tactical Airlift Unit". This change will recognise the efforts and uniqueness of the TAL Det,
and will provide a sense of unit identification these members deserve. I fully agree with the CO
that the provision of this distinct and appropriate name will greatly aid in the development of
esprit-de-corps within this unit. The TAL Det has achieved tremendous milestones and their
significant efforts and accomplishments merit recognition.
3.

I request approval of this name change proposal to be effective as soon as possible. Your
support and assistance in this matter is greatly appreciated.

p. C. ^krobemor
a C Brigadier General
Commander
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Memorandum
3350-134-1 (COMD)

Jun 03

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ACTING COMMANDER CA JTFSWA
Refs: A. Terms of Reference - Comd CA JTFSWA dated 11 Apr 03.
B. Comd CA JTFSWA 3350-134-1 Designation of Commanding Officers and TOR
dated 18 Apr 03.
C. NDHQ Ottawa//DCDS 031440Z Jun 03 Visit Approval - BGen Tabbemor, Comd JTFSWA
Col C.J. Henneberry, CO NCE, is designated Comd CA JTFSWA for the period when I am out
1.
of contact during travel to the theatre. This period is in effect as follows:

a.

Departure from Tampa. 152150Z Jun 03 - on confirmation call from Comd CA
JTFSWA (approximately 161630Z Jun 03); and

b.

Departure from Al Minhad. 212000Z Jun 03 - on confirmation call from Comd CA
JTFSWA (approximately 221950Z Jun 03).

Terms of Reference, including delegated authorities, are as per the direction outlined at
2.
references A and C.

D.C. Tabbemor
BGen
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ACTING COMMANDER CA JTFSWA
Refs: A. Terms of Reference - Comd CA JTFSWA dated 11 Apr 03.
B. Comd CA JTFSWA 3350-134-1 Designation of Commanding Officers and TOR
dated 18 Apr 03.
C. NDHQ Ottawa//DCDS 110, 091650Z Jun 03 Visit Approval - BGen Tabbemor,
Comd JTFSWA
1.
Col C.J. Henneberry, CO NCE, is designated Comd CA JTFSWA for the period
when I am out of contact during travel to the theatre. This period is in effect as follows:

a.

Departure from Tampa. 1523 00Z Jun 03 until receipt of confirmation call
from Comd CA JTFSWA, approximately 161600Z Jun 03; and

b.

Departure from Al Minhad. 202230Z Jun 03 until receipt of confirmation
call from Comd CA JTFSWA (approximately 212100Z Jun 03).

2.
Terms of Reference, including delegated authorities, are as per the direction
outlined at references A and C.

D.C. Tabbemor
BGen
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Canadian Joint Task Force South-West Asia
National Command Element
Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB
Tampa FL 33621

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DESIGNATION OF COMMANDING OFFICERS AND
TERMS OF REFERENCE CANADIAN JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH WEST ASIA (CA JTFSWA)
References: A. CDS OP ORDER 800 (005/2001) 28 Oct 01 as amended by Frag Os
B. Terms of Reference - Commander Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia dated 11
April 2003
C. B-GG-005-004/AF-005 Use of Force in CF Operations (Revise One) 2001-06-01
D. Section 153 NDA and Note to QR&amp;O 105.17
E. A-FN-100-002/AG-006 Delegation ofAuthorities for Financial Administration for DND and
the CF, June 2001
F. TSFO 205 dated 30 May 2002
G. Commander’s Guidance 3350-134-1 (Comd) dated 22 May 02
H. 3350-134-30 (Comd) dated 12 Jan 03

General
1.
Operation APOLLO refers to the deployment of Canadian Forces (CF) resources to the
United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR) and their
employment in support of the US led coalition campaign against terrorism (Operation
ENDURING FREEDOM). The Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA), has
been established for the purpose of exercising national operational level command over CF units
and personnel participating in Op APOLLO. The CDS through reference A and specifically the
Terms of Reference (TOR) at reference B has named me Commander Canadian Joint Task Force
South West Asia (Comd CA JTFSWA). This document will describe the different operational,
disciplinary and administrative relationships that will exist within CA JTFSWA. These TOR
contain my instructions to the officers identified in these TOR.

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Designations and Responsibilities

2.
Amongst other matters, the TOR at reference B authorize me to designate commanding
officers (CO). Pursuant to that authorization, I designate the following persons as CO’s:
a) Colonel C J. Henneberry as CO of the CA JTFSWA National Command Element
(NCE);
b) Colonel J.P.J. Leblanc as CO of the CA JTFSWA National Support Unit (NSU);
c) Lieutenant-Colonel F.G. Bigelow as CO of the Long Range Patrol Detachment
(LRP Det);
d) Lieutenant-Colonel J.R. Anderson as CO of the Tactical Airlift Detachment
(TAL Det); and
e) Maj C.D. Stoltz as CO of the CA JTFSWA National Command, Control and
Information System Squadron (NCCIS).

3.
Commanding Officers of HMC Ships assigned to OP APOLLO are, for the purpose of
discipline and operations, assigned command of their ship’s embarked helicopter detachment.
4.
Commanding Officers shall inform the CA JTFSWA COS when they will leave the AOR
for an extended period. The Comd will then determine if it is necessary to designate an interim
CO. I will release the appropriate interim CO’s designation message, when necessary.
Command and Control

5.
Full command of the CA JTFSWA resides with the CDS. As national operational level
commander, I exercise operational command (OPCOM) of all CF personnel, materiel and
equipment assigned to CA JTFSWA. Operational control (OPCON) of certain units or
groupings under my command has been delegated by the CDS at reference A to USCINCCENT
and hence to such subordinate commanders as USCINCCENT may deem appropriate.
6.
The principle of the separate entity of CA JTFSWA and its component units shall be
maintained at all times. In this connection, Canadians shall command all units or detachments of
CA JTFSWA. If, at any time, it appears that this principle is likely to be adversely affected,
other than temporarily as a result of urgent operational necessity, this situation shall immediately
be reported to me for subsequent reference to NDHQ as necessary.
7.
The Commander Canadian Task Group 307.1 (CTG 307.1) is the senior Canadian Forces
representative in the AOR and he will hold this position until his departure from the AOR. He
shall exercise command of HMC Ships and of embarked helicopter detachments assigned to
Task Group (TG) 307.1. In accordance with reference A, CTG 307.1 is responsible directly to
me for all matters of national administration and discipline in relation to his command. Where
conflicts arise between these TOR and any other orders, directives or instructions, he shall
consult with me personally to resolve them.
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8.
Upon the departure of CTG 307.1 from the AOR, the CO NSU will assume the position of
the Senior Canadian Forces representative in the AOR. I will continue to retain operational
command of all HMC Ships and of embarked helicopter detachments assigned to CA JTFSWA.
9.
The CO of the CA JTFSWA NCE, the CO of the CA JTFSWA NSU, the CO of the LRP
Det, the CO of the TAL Det and the CO of the NCCIS Squadron are responsible directly to me
for all matters of national administration and discipline in relation to their command. Where
conflicts arise between these TOR and any other orders, directives or instructions, they shall
consult with me personally to resolve them.
10.
Should CTG 307.1 or any CO receive orders or direction from an officer who has been
assigned operational control over his personnel or resources, which in his view are impossible to
execute, or are contrary to Canadian law, CF orders, CF Rules of Engagement (ROEs) or CF
policy, and the issue cannot be resolved between himself and that officer, the matter shall be
referred directly to me.

Operations
11.
Employment of all CF resources assigned to CA JTFSWA must remain consistent with
the Canadian objectives and the scope of operations detailed in paragraphs l.C and l.D of
reference A. Any proposed deviation from them must be reported to me by the quickest secure
means. Any proposed task outside the employment matrix contained at paragraph 3.B.(1) of
reference A must also be reported to me by the quickest secure means. Employment of CF
resources must be in accordance with Canadian national laws and policy.
12.
CTG 307.1 is responsible to me for all matters related to the operational command of TG
307.1 and is responsible to the Commander United States Naval Forces Central Command
(COMUSNAVCENT) or his designated subordinate commander in accordance with his policies
for the operational efficiency of TG 307.1. Upon the departure of CTG 307.1, the CTG 307.1
designation will be put in abeyance. The channel of communication on questions relating to the
military aspects of the mission and on questions of general administration within the
COMUSNAVCENT or designated subordinate organization will be to COMUSNAVCENT or
his designated subordinate commander. Any proposed changes affecting the organization or
operations of CA JTFSWA shall be referred to me.
13.
The CO of the LRP Det is responsible to me for all matters related to the operational
command of the LRP Det and is responsible to COMUSNAVCENT or his designated
subordinate commander in accordance with his policies for the operational efficiency of the LRP
Det. The channel of communication on questions relating to the military aspects of the mission
and on questions of general administration within the COMUSNAVCENT or designated
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commander. Any proposed changes affecting the organization or operations of the LRP Det
shall be referred to me.
14.
The CO of the TAL Det is responsible to me for all matters related to the national
command of his units and is responsible to the Commander United States Central Command Air
Forces (Comd USCENTAF) or his designated subordinate commander in accordance with his
policies for the operational efficiency of his detachment. The channel of communication on
questions relating to the military aspects of the mission and on questions of general
administration within the USCENTAF organization will be to Comd USCENTAF. Any
proposed changes affecting the organization or operations of the TAL Det shall be referred to
me.

15.
The CO of the CA JTFSWA NCE, the CO of the NSU and the CO of the NCCIS
Squadron are responsible to me for all matters related to the national command and the
operational efficiency of their unit.

16.
In accordance with reference H, the CO NSU is appointed as Camp Commandant (Cmdt)
for Camp Mirage. In this role, he is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the
camp and for exercising administrative control over all CF personnel and units assigned to Camp
Mirage, CA JTFSWA Liaison Officers and embedded staff, except for those responsibilities
specifically assigned to COs of lodger and satellite units.
Use of Force

17.
Controlling the use of force during operations is both an operational and a legal
imperative. ROE are an indispensable instrument of command and control for ordering and
controlling the use of force during military operations.
18.
Every CO is personally responsible for the training of his troops in the use of force and
the proper application of the ROE. Any use of force by members of CA JTFSWA shall comply
with the ROE implemented by me and with the CF doctrine as described at reference C. Any use
of force must be reported to me through the most appropriate and quickest secure means.

19.
The CO NSU in his duties of Camp Cmdt is responsible to the Comd CA JTFSWA for
the Force Protection (security) of all CF personnel, infrastructure and equipment at Camp Mirage
and assigned satellite locations. The Camp Cmdt has the responsibility to implement Security
Alert Level (SAL) for Camp Mirage, together with lodger and assigned satellite units in
accordance with the direction of reference H.
Discipline

20.
The Deputy Chief of Defence Staff (DCDS) is the referral authority for every CO of CA
JTFSWA.
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21.
Pursuant to section 162.3 of the National Defence Act, I am a “superior commander” for
matters of discipline. I will be the next superior officer for all matters of discipline for the CO of
the CA JTFSWA NCE, the CO of the CA JTFSWA NSU, the CO of the LRP Det, the CO of the
TAL Det and the CO of the NCCIS Squadron.
22.
Pursuant to section 162.3 of the National Defence Act, Commodore R. Girouard, CTG
307.1 is also a “superior commander” for matters of discipline. Until his departure from the
AOR, he will be the next superior officer for all matters of discipline for the CO of every
Canadian ship that is under his command. Upon the departure of CTG 307.1 from the AOR,
Note A to QR&amp;O 108.12 will have application. CTG 307.1 shall inform me of any matter
referred to DCDS pursuant to QR&amp;O Chap 109. Commanding Officers of Her Majesty’s
Canadian Ships who find it necessary to exercise the jurisdiction of a Superior Commander shall
inform me ofany disciplinary matter requiring their attention. When it is necessary to refer such
matters to the DCDS, they shall do so through me.

23.
The CO of a ship shall have jurisdiction over those CF members who are assigned to his
ship’s company and the embarked helicopter detachment. In addition, jurisdiction may be
exercised over those members referred to a ship’s CO by another CO or by a Superior
Commander under the provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the
member referred to the ship’s CO must be present in the ship when proceedings are taken under
the Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
24.
As the CO of the CA JTFSWA NCE, Col Henneberry shall have jurisdiction over those
CF members who are assigned to the CA JTFSWA NCE. In addition, jurisdiction may be
exercised over those members referred to Col Henneberry by another CO or by a Superior
Commander under the provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the
member referred to Col Henneberry must be present at CA JTFSWA Headquarters when
proceedings are taken under the Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
25.
As the CO of the CA JTFSWA NSU, Col Leblanc shall have jurisdiction over those CF
members who are assigned to the CA JTFSWA NSU. In addition, jurisdiction may be exercised
over those members referred to Col Leblanc by another CO or by a Superior Commander under
the provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the member referred to
Col Leblanc must be present at the Canadian Compound located at the Al Minhad AB when
proceedings are taken under the Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
26.
As the CO of the LRP Det, LCol Bigelow shall have jurisdiction over those CF members
who are assigned to the LRP Det. In addition, jurisdiction may be exercised over those members
referred to LCol Bigelow by another CO or by a Superior Commander under the provisions of
the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the member referred to LCol Bigelow
must be present at the Canadian Compound located at the Al Minhad AB when proceedings are
taken under the Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
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27.
As the CO of the TAL Det, LCol Anderson shall have jurisdiction over those CF
members who are assigned to the TAL Det. In addition, jurisdiction may be exercised over those
members referred to LCol Anderson by another CO or by a Superior Commander under the
provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the member referred to
LCol Anderson must be present at the Canadian Compound located at the Al Minhad AB when
proceedings are taken under the Code of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
28.
As the CO of the NCCIS Squadron, Maj Stlotz shall have jurisdiction over those CF
members who are assigned to the NCCIS Element. In addition, jurisdiction may be exercised
over those members referred to Maj Stoltz by another CO or by a Superior Commander under the
provisions of the Code of Service Discipline. In such circumstances, the member referred to Maj
Stoltz must be present at CA JTFSWA Headquarters when proceedings are taken under the Code
of Service Discipline in respect of the member.
29.
Every CO’s powers of punishment are limited to those prescribed in article 108.24 of
QR&amp;O. Except otherwise instructed, or as otherwise provided in such Status of Forces
Agreement (SOFA) or other agreements as may be reached, every CO should proceed on the
assumption that all members of CA JTFSWA are subject exclusively to Canadian criminal and
disciplinary jurisdiction.

Therefore, it is even more critical that COs seek assistance from their
legal adviser betore initiating any disciplinary measures.

30.
Pursuant to article 108.10 of QR&amp;O, COs may delegate powers to one or more officers
under their command to try accused persons by summary trial. Any such delegation shall be
done in writing and must contain the name of the delegated officer or designation by reference to
the officer's appointment or the duties the officer performs. Powers of punishment by delegated
officers shall be limited to those expressly prescribed in article 108.25 of QR&amp;O, and to such
further limitations as the CO may from time to time impose in writing. Note that pursuant to
QR&amp;O 108.10(2)(a)(i), a CO may not delegate his/her powers unless the officer to whom the
powers are to be delegated has been trained and certified by the Judge Advocate General as a
Presiding Officer.
31.
Pursuant to article 107.02, COs may authorize such officers and non-commissioned
members as they deem appropriate to lay charges. Such authorizations should be done in
writing. Pursuant to reference D, COs may designate one or more officers under their command
to be a "Custody Review Officer". Every CO shall ensure that copies of all such delegations and
appointments including particulars are sent to my headquarters, attention COS/Legal Advisor,
for reference no later than two weeks after receipt of this instruction.
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32.

The financial authorities are detailed in the Task Force Standing Order 205 (ref F).

Relations with other coalition forces and nationals of the parties to the dispute
33.
At reference H, the Camp Cmdt for Camp Mirage is also appointed as the Senior
Canadian Officer in the UAE. Acting in this role, the Camp Cmdt will, on behalf of Comd CA
JTFSWA, consult the UAE government, in coordination with the Canadian Ambassador and the
accredited Canadian Defence Attache for the UAE, on matters concerning the CA JTFSWA.
34.
Every CO shall ensure that all personnel under his/her command demonstrate the highest
degree of courtesy, respect and cooperation in all their relations, official or unofficial, with
members of coalition forces from other countries, or other missions, military or civilian.
35.
Every CO shall ensure that all personnel under his/her command refrain from making any
expressions of opinion about Canadian or coalition plans, actions, or statements of the prevailing
situation. In addition, COs shall ensure that the personnel under their command refrain from any
expression of opinion as to the rights or wrongs of the situation prevailing in the USCENTCOM
AOR or neighbouring countries.

Conclusion
36.
It is my full intent to provide CTG 307.1 and all COs with the necessary means to
effectively and efficiently complete their missions. The above powers will permit them to
successfully execute your assigned tasks in accordance with Canadian strategic direction and my
predecessor’s Commanders’ guidance (ref G).

This document supersedes the designation of COs and TORs issued by me on 18 April
37.
2003. Amendments have been typed in Italics.

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Brigadier-General
Commander
Joint Task Force South West Asia

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CO CA JTFSWA NCE
CO CA JTFSWA NSU
CO HMCS IROQUOIS
CO HMCS FREDERICTON
CO CA JTFSWA LRP Detachment
CO CA JTFSWA TAL Detachment
CO CA JTFSWA NCCIS Squadron

Information
NDHQ//DCDS/COS J3
NDHQ/ZJAG/DLaw/Ops
CA JTFSWA//Jl/J3/J8/Legal Advisor
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1110-1 (CSM)
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PARADE DIRECTIVE - CHANGE OF COMMAND
CANADIAN JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH WEST ASIA
COMMANDFNCi OFFICER NATIONAI COMMAND ELEMENT

SITUATION
I.
Canadian Joint Task Force South West Asia (CA JTFSWA) will conduct a Change of
Command Parade for the Commanding Officer National Command Element (CO NCE) in front
of Building D-34 on 6 Jun 03. The Reviewing Officer will be Brigadier General Dennis C.
Tabbernor, Commander CA JTFSWA.
AIM

2.

The aim of this directive is to detail format and tasks.

EXECUTION

3.

The parade will follow a standard format.
a.

Parade Formation: Two Ranks - Hollow Square (see Annex B);

b.

Composition: Coalition will form up Officers and NCMs mixed together. Only
essential duty personnel will be exempt attendance;

C.

Parade l imings'

(1)

Form-np: 0915 hrs under direction of J3/CSM,

(2)

Ceremony: 0930 hrs. The following timings will be adhered to:
(a) COS falls in: 0925 hrs, and
(b) Commander/Col Henneberry arrive 0930 hrs.

Location. All events will be held in front of the Trailer D-34. If inclement
d.
weather prevails, the CENTCOM outdoor patio (Pavilion) area will be used (Reserved).
e.

Parade Sequence. The parade sequence of events is attached at Annex A;

f.

Dress: CADPAT with berets; and

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Flag Party. No Flag Party will be present.

ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.

Medical. J4 HSS will be present to provide required attention.

5.

Work Party. MCpl Middleton will be OP! to ensure all items are available.

6.

Public Address System N/A.

7.

Narration N/A.

8.

Photographer. Capt Fraser.

9.

Recce. COS, SO Comd, J3, CSM and MCpl Middleton will recce the parade site at a
date/timing TBD.

COMMAND

10.

11.

Command for this parade is as follows:
a.

Reviewing Officer. BGen D.C. Tabbemor

b.

Parade Commander. Col R.V. Blanchette, and

c.

Parade CSM. MWO R.J. Handrahan.

Any queries regarding the parade may be directed to MWO Handrahan at 7-1559.

R.V. Blanchette
Col
COS
CA JTFSWA
Annexes:
Annex A - Parade Format
Annex B - Parade Layout
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Comd
COS
JI
JI Svcs
J2
J3
J4
J4HSS
J5
J6
J8
Legal Adv
Provost Marshall
POLAD
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ANNEX A
1110-1 (CSM)
31 May 03
PARADE FORMAT 6 JUN 03
CA JTFSWA CHANGE OF COMMAND- CO NCE

SER
COMMAND
1.
National Command Element
(NCE), (ATTENTION),
GARDE-VOUS_________
2.
National Command Element
(NCE),
(STAND AT-EASE),
EN PLACE, REPOS
3.
National Command Element
(NCE),
(ATTENTION),
GARDE-VOUS
4.

5.

National Command Element
(NCE). (General Salute),
Salut-General

6.
7.

8.
9.
10.

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National Command Element
(NCE), (STAND AT-EASE),
EN PLACE, REPOS

COS

L-/
ACTION/REMARKS
- The Canadian Contingent will all come to attention.

COS

- The Canadian Contingent will all stand at ease.

COS

- The Canadian Contingent will all come to attention with the arrival of BGen
Tabbemor and Col Henneberry.

Comd
Col Henneberry
COS
J3, J4, J5, Leg Ad
Comd_________
Comd
Col Henneberry

- BGen Tabbemor will assume a position 3 paces in front of the COS. Col Henneberry
will position on BGen Tabbemor’s left.___________________________________
- BGen Tabbemor receives the General Salute from the COS, J3, J4, J5 and LegAd.
COS asks permission to speak to NCE for the last time.

APPOINTMENT

- Comd and Col Henneberry will proceed to seating area.

COS

- The Canadian Contingent will all stand at ease.

COS

- Col Blanchette will move to podium to address parade. _____
- Addresses parade.__________________________________
- Completes address (applause) and returns to Parade Comd posn.

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ANNEX A
1110-1 (CSM)
31 May 03
11.

Comd
Cdr Wirth
SO Comd

12.

Comd
Cdr Wirth
SO Comd
Comd
Comd

13.
14.

15.

BGen Tabbernor,
Col Blanchette
Col Henneberry
J3____________
Capt Fraser

16.
17.

Comd
Col Henneberry

18.

Comd,
Col Blanchette,
Col Henneberry
Col Henneberry
J3

19.
20.

21.
22.

23.

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National Command Element
(NCE)„ (ATTENTION),

Col Henneberry
J3____________
J3
Col Henneberry
BGen Tabbernor

- BGen Tabbernor proceeds to posn 3 paces in front of Col Blanchette for presentation
of SWA Service Medal to Col Blanchette and Cdr Wirth. Once Comd is in posn, SO
Comd picks up medals tray and proceeds to posn to the left of the Comd. Cdr Wirth
simultaneously proceeds to posn to the left of Col Blanchette to receive their medal.
- SWASMs are presented to Col Blanchette and Cdr Wirth. Cdr Wirth returns to
parade posn, SO Comd returns tray to table and assumes normal parade posn..

- BGen Tabbernor proceeds to podium to address the parade.____________________
- BGen Tabbernor completes his address (Applause) and invites both Colonels for the
signature of certificates.__________________________________________________
- BGen Tabbernor, Col Blanchette and Col Henneberry proceed to table to sign the
CofC certificates. J3 will move into/assume Parade Commander posn.

- Photos will be taken during the signing of the C of C certificates.
- NOTE: photos will also be taken throughout ceremony.________________________
- Upon completion of the signing ceremony, BGen Tabbernor announces Col
Henneberry as officially assuming command of the NCE and offers him the
opportunity to speak to his unit._____________________________________________
- BGen Tabbernor and Col Blanchette will proceed to the seating area. Col Henneberry
proceeds to podium to addresses parade.
- Completes address, (applause).
- J3 calls parade to attention.
- Col Henneberry proceeds to a position 3 paces in front of J3. J3 salutes.
- J3 hands over comd of parade and moves to alternate parade posn. Col Henneberry
assumes Parade Comd position in prep for General Salute.______________________
- BGen Tabbernor will proceed to position 3 paces in front of Col Henneberry.

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1110-1 (CSM)
31 May 03
24.

National Command Element
(NCE), General Salute,

25.
26.

A-3/3

National Command Element
(NCE), Dismissed.

Col Henneberry
J3, J4, J5, LegAd,
Comd
Col Blanchette
J3
Col Henneberry
J3

- BGen Tabbemor will receive a General Salute from new CO NCE, J3, J4, J5 and
LegAd. BGen Tabbemor will then depart parade area accompanied by Col Blanchette.

Col Henneberry hands back parade to J3 and joins Comd and Col Blanchette

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ANNEX B to
1110-1 (CSM)
Dated: 31 May 03

Col
Blanchette

Comd

Col
Henneberry

| Chairj | Chair 11 Chair |
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SO Comd

CSM

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Eagle Village
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, FL USA
33621

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ALCOHOL POLICY ON OPERATIONS
References: A. DCDS Direction for International Operations - Revision 1 Chapter 3
Section 2
B. Joint Task Force South West Asia - Task Force Standing Order 100 Edition 2
C. Maritime Command Ship Standing Orders - Amendment 5 Chapter 2 Section 7
Article 2100
D. CTG: lOOO-O(COS) 12 May 2003 (enclosed)
1.
The Op APOLLO alcohol policy, Reference B, is based on direction provided
by Reference A. At Reference D, Commander CTG 307.1 raised concerns with regard to
the present Op APOLLO alcohol policy. He argues that the AOR is large and diverse and
the threat level is not the same at all locations within the AOR; that an overarching
omnibus alcohol policy does not take into consideration the different threat levels in
different areas of the AOR; and that the Naval situation is dramatically different from that
of units who are employed on land in the same AOR and on the same operation,
especially with regard to access to R&amp;R and HLTA benefits.

2.
Although the rationale behind the arguments may be sound I assume that when
Reference A was published it took into consideration the concerns of the various
elements and their different methods of operation while deployed. It is also this
Headquarters’ understanding that the present alcohol policy is not precisely tied to a
potential threat level but that it is a policy that was put in place to address the over
indulgence of alcohol by personnel deployed on operations and to prevent future potential
abuse. Having said that I do share Commander CTG 307.1 ’s concerns and feel that a
review of the existing policy is necessary as changes proposed at Reference D could also
apply equally to other elements deployed on operations.
3.
As Reference A clearly stipulates in Section 305 that changes to a DCDS
approved Task Force alcohol policy remain the purview of the DCDS, my ability to
address the concerns raised by Commander CTG 307.1 are limited. Therefore I would
ask that Reference A be re-examined in light of the concerns raised at Reference D. If the
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concerns raised by Reference D are not deemed valid then I would suggest that the
rationale for this overarching policy be clearly enunciated in Reference A so that any
further discussions on it are laid to rest.
4.

For your information/action as appropriate.

7)(2 Ca---Dennis C Tabbemor
Brigadier General
Commander

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Sir:

1. I can only comment on Maint Fit, which looks okay, except for two minor points:
a. with one Maj/Capt and one WO, there is little depth to cover for leave, time off, sickness,
etc; and

b. if they go to five aircraft or if the four aircraft get busy, one AMCRO MCpI could get
overworked. There is also no backfill for time off for the AMCRO.
2. The rest of the organization looks okay, but is really beyond my expertise.

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TAL DET ESTABLISHMENT REORGANIZATION AND ALIGNMENT ALONG SQUADRON LINES
Ref: CFTPO

In late 2002, the Air Mobility Community was authorized to deploy Rotation 2 of the
1.
Tactical Airlift Detachment as a transition unit to enact the 56-day rotation plan (AM56). A
preliminary scrub of the TO&amp;E was completed to realize PY savings and the Det deployed
with 101 pers of the established 145. During the past three months, a continual review of the
establishment has been ongoing to better realize PY savings without impacting operations. I
believe we have a final model, which will meet the intent of balancing the op imperative with
the PY requirement and the resulting quality of profession issues.
2.

The following assumptions were made:

a.

the CF LnO to CFACC will not forward deploy to the HHQ;

b.

the lines of tasking (LoT) will not change;

c.

the det will remain collocated with the NSU, LRP Det and NCCIS;

Maintenance Flight

3.
During the transition to AM56 there existed ample reason to maintain robust staff
support within the maintenance organization traditionally deployed on previous rotations.
This staff support ensured the balance and maintenance of appropriate trade qualifications for
the duration of the 6-month rotation and added depth to the AMCRO position. It also
facilitated trade qualification upgrade training. However, in transitioning to AM56 the focus
of our efforts will be placed squarely on production; ie, generating two mission-ready aircraft
per day to conduct operations. Trade development and training toward qualification upgrades
for the technicians will be less feasible given the short duration of their tour. The onus has
been, and will continue to rest, with the force generator to ensure appropriate qualifications
are maintained at the TAL Det through the careful management of personnel selected to
deploy. Furthermore, my DCO is responsible for the efficient staffing of personnel TO&amp;E
issues. He has dealt with these issues in concert with the force generator for all other Flights
within the TAL Det. Therefore, any residual TO&amp;E issues occurring once the transition to
AM56 is complete for the Maintenance Flight could also be staffed by the DCO.

4.
I have reviewed the structure of my maintenance flight and realized that there is an
excess of senior personnel. I have a total of two officers and six senior NCOs running a
flight of 35 line personnel. I believe a much better mix would be one officer and four senior
NCOs with the same line personnel. A fifth restricted senior NCM position is also
recommended, and could be activated to add depth to the AMCRO position, should the
proposed reduction to the Maintenance Flight staff support prove unsuitable. It is also
proposed to delete one EOD position. This model, with the exception of the restricted senior
NCM AMCRO position, has been employed effectively in the LRP Det since their transition
to 56-day rotations in Jan 03.1 have enclosed as Annex A, the current structure and proposed
structure of the maintenance flight. This proposed change will permit the deletion of 11
positions. Furthermore, 15 other positions should be restricted to allow for immediate
replacement of key technicians in case of repatriation.
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Movements Flight
5.
The workload of the MAMS flight is such that it is not easy to forecast manning
requirements. During the past two months, Camp Mirage has been used as an airlift hub and,
with the exception of two Humanitarian Aid Missions with cargo originating in this country,
no load build activity has been required in situ. In addition to the occasional requirement for
MAMS Assist on some missions, the only constant to their workload is a weekly trip to
Al Fujairah International Airport to meet the CC150 sustainment flight. This, combined with
the need to occasionally forward deploy MAMS personnel in support of operational taskings,
like the Islamabad Airlift of munitions to Kabul, leaves me reluctant to propose adjusting the
size of this flight. However, I will concede that the number of personnel currently deployed
will meet all current and forecast requirements as well as the anticipated airlift requirements
to support the ISAF deployment this summer (Op ATHENA). Therefore, the 12 currently
restricted positions could be deleted from the establishment. No immediate back-up positions
need to be identified due to AMUs maintaining personnel on standby notice to deploy for
other tasks, which could be drawn on in the case of repatriation.

Operational Support Flight

6.
Given the CF commitment to ISAF and a shift from Operation Apollo to Operation
Athena, the potential exists for the TAL Det to remain in theatre for a longer duration than
the LRP Det.
It is more prudent
to better align these sections under one detachment and thus allow a clear chain of command
to exist.
should be
transferred to the TAL establishment,
is restricted to allow for
possible repatriation back-fill. To better align the operational support with the squadron
concept a flight will be created upon this change that will see the
a flight composed of the Intelligence, EW and Meteorology sections. Enclosed as Annex B,
is the current structure of the Air Tactics and Intelligence Centre and a proposed Operational
Support Flight.
Operations Flight

7.
With frequent last minute changes to flights and in Air Tasking Order (ATO) timings,
the requirement to surge from 16/7 to 24/7 operations creates the requirement for a more
robust operations team than currently exists. As well, more long-term and multiple-flight
missions requires more long-range planning capabilities. This requirement includes a Plans
Officer (PlansO) responsible for planning all missions more than 24 hours in the future,
allowing the Duty Watch Officer (DWO) to dedicate all effort to current operations.
8.
With the CF LnO to CFACC remaining at Camp Mirage, it may be beneficial to
recognize this position as the PlansO through an establishment change. He has been the de
facto Ops Planner dividing his time between LnO duties and planning and coordinating
numerous other OEF and Humanitarian Aid Missions. Therefore, it is recommended that the
LnO position be transferred to the TAL Det TO&amp;E with a direct tasking line from NCE J3 /
Air (for national level taskings) incorporated in the terms of reference. With this transfer, the
LnO/PlansO would be directly supervised and therefore simplify the C2 as well as the
PDR/PER process. This transfer would also negate the problem of missed work due to minor
sickness and day-of-rest requirements. It would not negate the requirement for a TAV to
cover the HLTA period though, as the Det would not have enough depth to back-fill. The
transfer, though, would continue to save the PY currently in the establishment and the fifth
operations officer position could be deleted.
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9.
The DWO is responsible for flight following, coordination of all flight activities
amongst Operations, MAMS and Maintenance and planning for the next-day’s missions. The
use of CC130 trained FEs and LMs would assist the DWO in the coordination aspect of the
day-to-day operations and provide a redundancy to the current minimum crew manning. The
incorporation of Ops NCM positions has been used in the past with great success on CC130
Airlift Deployments, like Op TOUCAN in East Timor and Major Airlift Exercises, like JRTC
in Little Rock, Arkansas. These positions can be transferred from the established but
restricted fifth crew. The reduction to four crews due to AM56 and the redundancy imbedded
in the Operations and Command Staff make the fifth crew unnecessary and the positions with
the exception of the FE and one LM can thus be deleted.

Conclusion
10.
It has taken these initial three months of the transition period to AM56 to fully
compile these observations and recommendations. The proposed changes are not only based
on three months of operations. They are a compilation of many years of Air Mobility
operations and exercise experience, as well as the experience of the LRP Det, who
successfully transitioned to the 56 day rotation plan in Jan 03. These proposed changes are
required to place the focus of AM56 on operational effectiveness and yield personnel
resource efficiencies. They will afford TAL Det Commanders the best possible mix of
personnel to provide the support we need to fulfill our mission. They will also provide you
with a viable detachment with minimal overhead.

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B.
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Operational Support Organization
Proposed Squadron Organization
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to 1920-1(DCO)
dated May 03
MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATION
Current Maintenance Organization
OIC Maint
Capt - Maj
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ASO
Lt - Capt

l
SWO/SAMS
MWO

D/ASO
WO

Tech Adj
WO

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Line Supr
Sgt

Line Supr
Sgt

Line Supr
Sgt

Line Techs

Line Techs

Line Techs

AMCRO
MCpI

Proposed Maintenance Flight
Fit Comd Maint
Capt / Maj
Maint Fit WO
WO -MWO

AMCRO
Sgt
AMCRO
MCpI

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Line Supr
Sgt

Line Supr
Sgt

Line Supr
Sgt

Line Supr
Sgt

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OPERATIONAL SUPPORT FLIGHT ORGANIZATION

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Note: shaded boxes denote LRP pers not in TAL Det chain of command.

Proposed Operational Support Flight

Fit Comd Ops Sp
Capt
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Fit WO
Senior Sect NCM [

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NCM IC Int
Sgt-WO

NCM IC EW
Sgt - WO

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WO

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EW Analyst

Met Briefers

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May 03
PROPOSED TACTICAL AIRLIFT SQUADRON (DEPLOYED)
Commanding Officer
LCol

DCO
Maj

Squadron Warrant Officer
CWO

Squadron Clerk
MCpI

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Flight Commander Operations
Maj (DCO)

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Capt / Maj

Flight Commander MAMS
Capt

Flight Commander Ops Sp
Capt
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Ops Fit WO
| Senior Ops NCM

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Maint Fit WO
WO -MWO

MAMS Fit WO
WO -MWO

I.

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Deputy Ops Officer
Capt

Plans Officer
Capt

Duty Watch Officer
Lt - Capt

Operations NCM
Sgt - WO

Air Leader
Senior Aircrew Mbr

AMCRO
Sgt

Crew
Capt +5

AMCRO
MCpI

Crew
Capt +5
Crew
Capt +5
Crew
Capt +5

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Crew Chief
Sgt +6
Crew Chief
Sgt+6

Briefer
Sgt

Line Supr
Sgt+12
Line Supr
Sgt+12
Line Supr
Sgt+10

Line Supr
Sgt +12

Notes: 1. DCO and Fit Comd Ops will be filled by one Major
2. Air Leader will be filled by most senior of the aircrew.
3. Ops Fit WO will be filled by most senior NCM from the Ops NCMs
4. Ops Sp Fit WO will be filled by most senior NCM from within the flight.
5. Shaded items refer to restricted positions.

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s.15(1)

RECOMMENDED ESTABLISHMENT

Note: Restricted positions are shaded within the establishment. Deleted positions are at the end of this table.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

~28
29
30
31
32
33
| 34
35
36
37
38
39
40
I 41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53

Task Name
Position Description_______________________ Low
HQ FLT/COMD____________________ 243058 COMMANDING OFFICER___________ LCol
LCol
HQ FLT/COMD____________________ 243062 DCO / OPERATIONS OFFICER_______ Maj
HQ FLT/COMD____________________ 243063 SQUADRON WARRANT OFFICER
CWO
HQ FLT/COMD____________________ 252674 OPERATIONS CLERK______________ MCpI
HQ FLT/OPS______________________243149 DEPUTY OPERATIONS OFFICER
Capt
HQ FLT/OPS______________________243150 DUTY WATCH OFFICER_____________ Lt
HQ FLT/OPS______________________ 243151 DUTY WATCH OFFICER_____________ Lt
HQ FLT/OPS_____________________ 243906 DUTY WATCH OFFICER_____________ Lt
HQ FLT/OPS_____________________ 242698 PLANS OFFICER__________________ Capt
HQ FLT/OPS_____________________ 243074 OPS NCM_________________________ Sgt
HQ FLT/OPS_____________________ 243076 OPS NCM________________________ MCpI
HQ FLT/MET_____________________ 243498 NCM IC MET______________________ WO
HQ FLT/MET_____________________ 243499 BRIEFER/OBS_____________________ Sgt
HQ FLT/MET_____________________ 243500 BRIEFER/OBS_____________________ Sgt
HQ FLT/MET
243501 BRIEFER/OBS
Sgt

High
LCol
Maj
CWO
MCpI
Capt
Capt
Capt
Capt
Capt
WO
Sgt
WO
Sgt
Sgt
Sgt

MOC
32
31
976
836
32
31
31
32
32
91
933
121
121
121
121

AM56

UC130 AIRCKEW/IAI CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 1
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 2
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 3
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 3
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 3
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 3
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 3
CC130 AIRCREW/TAT CREW 3
CC130 AIRCREW/AIRLAND CREW
CC130 AIRCREW/AIRLAND CREW
CC130 AIRCREW/AIRLAND CREW
CC130 AIRCREW/AIRLAND CREW
CC130 AIRCREW/AIRLAND CREW
CC130 AIRCREW/AIRLAND CREW

Maj
Capt
Maj
MWO
MWO
MWO
Maj
Maj
Capt
Maj
MWO
MWO
MWO
Maj
Maj
Capt
Maj
MWO
MWO
MWO
Maj
Capt
Maj
MWO
MWO
MWO

32
32
31
91
933
933
933
32
32
31
91
933
933
933
32
32
31
91
933
933
32
32
31
91
933
933

Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
R
Y
Y
Trans
Y
Y
Y
R
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

243033
243034
243035
243036
243037
243038
243039
243051
243052
243053
243054
243055
243056
243057
243040
243041
243042
243043
243044
243045
243084
243085
243086
243087
243088
243089

PILOT_________
PILOT_________
NAV___________
FLTENG_______
LOADMASTER
LOADMASTER
RVD OPERATOR
PILOT_________
PILOT_________
NAV___________
FLTENG_______
LOADMASTER
LOADMASTER
RVD OPERATOR
PILOT_________
PILOT_________
NAV___________
FLTENG_______
LOADMASTER
LOADMASTER
PILOT_________
PILOT_________
NAV___________
FLTENG_______
LOADMASTER
LOADMASTER

Capt
Capt
Capt
Sgt
MCpI
MCpI
MCpI
Capt
Capt
Capt
Sgt
MCpI
MCpI
MCpI
Capt
Capt
Capt
Sgt
MCpI
MCpI
Capt
Capt
Capt
Sgt
MCpI
MCpI

Core
Core
Core
Core
Core
Y
Y
Y
Core
Y
Y
Core
Core
Core
Core

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55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86

87
88
89
90
91

92
93
I 94
I 95
I 96
I 97
| 98
I 99
1100
1101
1102
1103
1104
1105
|106
[107

Task Name

Position Description

Maint Flt/HQ
Maint Flt/HQ
Maint Flt/HQ
Maint FIVHQ/EOD
Maint FIVHQ/ACS
Maint Flt/HQ
Maint Flt/HQ/ACS
Maint Flt/Crew 1
Maint Flt/Crew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Mainl Flt/Crew 1
Maint Flt/Crew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Maint FIVCrew 1
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Mainl FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 2
Maint FIVCrew 3
Maint FIVCrew 3
Maint FIVCrew 3
Maint FIVCrew 3
Mainl FIVCrew 3
Maint FIVCrew 3
Maint Flt/Crew 3
Maint Flt/Crew 3
Maint Flt/Crew 3
Maint Flt/Crew 3
Maint Flt/Crew 3
Maint Flt/HQ
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint FIVHQ/AVN
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4
Maint Flt/Crew 4

243167
243168
243169
243176
243194
243911
243229
243172
243173
243174
243185
243192
243211
243212
243217
243266
243268
243270
243180
243189
243204
243206
243207
243215
243227
243237
243239
243260
243267
243177
243222
243231
243232
243235
243243
243249
243256
243263
243264
243272
243171
243178
243182
243184
243187
243209
243220
243226
243244
243246
243250
243255
243261
243273

MAINTFLTCOMD
MAINT FLT WO_______________
AMCRO / LOGCON AVN LEVEL A
AVN / EOD LEVEL A___________
ACS LEVEL A_________________
2IC MAINT FLT / ASO__________
ACS LEVEL A_________________
LINE SUPR LEVEL C___________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A,C_______
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A_________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A_________
AVSLEVELA_________________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P_________
AVN PROP LEVEL A,C_________
AVN PROP LEVEL P___________
AVN PROP LEVEL P
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P_________
AVSLEVELA________
AVN PROP LEVEL A
AVSLEVELA_________________
LINE SUPR LEVEL C
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A_________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A
AVN PROP LEVEL A___________
AVS LEVEL P_________________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P_________
AVN PROP LEVEL A___________
AVN PROP LEVEL P
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A________
AVN PROP LEVEL P___________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P_________
LINE SUPR LEVEL C__________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A.C_______
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P________
AVN PROP LEVEL P
AVSLEVELA________________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A________
AVN PROP LEVEL A,C
AVN PROP LEVEL A___________
AVS LEVEL P________________
TECH ADJ LEVEL C___________
AVN PROP LEVEL A___________
AVN PROP LEVEL P___________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A________
AVN / EOD LEVEL A
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL A________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P
AVSLEVELA________________
AVN PROP LEVEL A
AVN PROP LEVEL P___________
AVSLEVELA________________
LINE SUPR LEVEL C__________
AVN FLT SYS LEVEL P________
ACS LEVEL A

Low

High

MOC

AM56

Capt
WO
CpI
Pte
CpI
Lt
CpI
Sgt
MCpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
Pte
MCpI
Pte
Pte
Pte
CpI
CpI
MCpI
Sgt
MCpI
CpI
CpI
Pte
Pte
MCpI
Pte
CpI
Pte
Pte
Sgt
MCpI
Pte
Pte
CpI
MCpI
MCpI
CpI
Pte
Sgt
MCpI
Pte
CpI
MCpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
Sgt
CpI
CpI

Maj
MWO

41

Core
Core
Pos

CpI
CpI
CpI
Capt
CpI
Sgt
MCpI

CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
MCpI
CpI

514
514
514
565
41:

565
514
514
514
514
526
514
514
514

MCpI

514
514
526
514
526
526
514
514
514
526
514
514

CpI

514

CpI

514
514
514
514
514
514

CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
MCpI
Sgt
MCpI
CpI

CpI
CpI
CpI

CpI
CpI
Sgt
MCpI
CpI
CpI

CpI
MCpI
MCpI
CpI
CpI
Sgt
MCpI

514

526
514
514
514
526
514
514

CpI
CpI

514
514

MCpI

514

CpI
CpI
CpI
MCpI

CpI
CpI
Sgt
CpI
MCpI

514
514
526
514
514

526
526
514
565

Pos
Pos

R__
Pos

Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R

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109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123

Task Name
MAMS Flt/HQ
MAMS Flt/HQ
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 1
MAMS Flt/Crew 2
MAMS Flt/Crew 2
MAMS Flt/Crew 2
MAMS Flt/Crew 2
MAMS Flt/Crew 2
MAMS Flt/Crew 2
MAMS Flt/Crew 2

123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151

DELETED POSITIONS______________
Position Description___________________
Low
High
Task Name__________________
243046 RVD OPERATOR______________
CC130 AIRCREWATAT CREW 3
MCpI
Maj
CC130 AIRCREW/BTAT CREW 3
243069 PILOT_______________________
Capt
Capt
243071 PILOT______________________
CC130 AIRCREW/BTAT CREW 3
Capt
Capt
CC130 AIRCREW/BTAT CREW 3
243072 NAV________________________
Capt
Capt
CC130 AIRCREW/BTAT CREW 3
243081 LOADMASTER________________
CpI
CpI
Maint Flt/HQ_________________
243170 AMCRO / LOGCON AVS LEVEL A
CpI
CpI
Maint Flt/HQ_________________
Sgt
WO
243230 D/ASO LEVEL C_______________
Maint Flt/HQ/EOD_____________
243224 AVN / EOD LEVEL A___________
CpI
CpI
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243197 CREW CHIEF LEVEL C_________
Sgt
wo
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243233 AVN STRUCT LEVEL A
CpI
CpI
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243241 AVN PROP LEVEL A_________
CpI
Cpl
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243248 AVN/AWS LEVEL A____________
MCpI
MCpI
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243252 ACS LEVEL A_________________
Cpl
CpI
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243253 CREW CHIEF LEVEL C_________
Sgt
WO
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243258 AVN STRUCT LEVEL A_________
Cpl
CpI
Maint Flt/Crew 4______________
243269 AVN/AWS LEVEL A____________
MCpI
MCpI
243280 2ICCREW2__________________
MCpI
MCpI
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
243283 MAMS TECH_________________
Cpl
CpI
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
243288 MAMS TECH_________________
Cpl
CpI
243301 MAMS TECH_________________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
Cpl
CpI
243309 MAMS TECH_________________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3
Pte
CpI
243312 NCOCREW4_________________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
Sgt
Sgt
243314 MAMS TECH_________________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
Cpl
CpI
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
243316 MAMS TECH_________________
Cpl
CpI
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
243318 MAMS TECH_________________
CpI
Cpl
243319 MAMS TECH_________________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
Cpl
CpI
243320 MAMS TECH_________________
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
Cpl
CpI
MAMS Flt/Crew 3_____________
243321 MAMS TECH_________________
Cpl
CpI
243907 OPSO
LT
Capt
HQ FLT/OPS

Position
243275
252753
243277
243285
243287
243293
243296
243322
252757
243298
243303
243304
243305
243306
243308
243313

Description
MAMS Fit Comd
MAMS Fit WO
Crew Chief
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
Crew2IC
Crew Chief
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
MAMS TECH
Crew2IC

Original
Positions To Be
New
Establishment_____Deleted _____ Establishment
145(101)_________ 29_________ 116(100)
Note: Bracketed numbers are pers actually deployed

Low
Capt
WO
Sgt
CpI
CpI
Pte
Pte
Pte
MCpI
Sgt
CpI
CpI
CpI
Pte
Pte
MCpI

Take On from
LRP/NCE
6/1 (6)

High
Capt
MWO
Sgt
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
MCpI
Sgt
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
CpI
MCpI

MOC
78
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933

AM56
Core
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

MOC
933
32
32
31
933
526
514
514
514
514
514
514
565
514
514
514
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
933
31

Proposed
Establishment
123 (106)

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CTG: 1000-0 (COS)

12 May 2003

Distribution List
OP APOLLO ALCOHOL POLICY
References: A. DCDS Direction for International Operations - Rev 1 Ch 3 Sect 2
B. Joint Task Force Squth West Asia - Task Force Standing Order 100 Ed 2 r
C. Maritime Command Ship Standing Orders - AL 5 Ch 2 Sect 7 Art 2100 •

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BACKGROUND

1.
Strategic-Level Policy and Guidance. Reference A provides the overarching
policy and additional guidance to all levels of leadership concerning alcohol consumption
in a deployed CF Task Force (TF). Reference A further outlines that deployed TFs will
most often comprise forces from more than one operational environment, and states that
the TF Commander (TFC) must review and assess the policies and guidance of each
contributing Force Generator when formulating the proposed TF alcohol policy. The
stated intent of this strategic guidance is that it provides the TFC the necessary latitude to
frame a policy that suits the composition, organizational structure, and operational
requirements of the TF.

2.
Operational-Level (TFC’s) Policy and Guidance. With OP APOLLO’s
consumption ceiling effectively set at two drinks or less per day as a result of the
“reasonable limit” suggested at Reference A, the TFC (Comd JTFSWA) had little latitude
for policy, and little reason for re-iterating descriptive guidance. Citing the operational
demands placed on all elements of CA JTFSWA, the potential threat faced by personnel
serving within the Area of Responsibility (AOR), the requirement for a high level of
operational readiness and force protection, and the fact that all elements of the Task
Force could be called upon to react quickly to changes in the tactical situation at any
time, Comd JTFSWA elected in his alcohol policy at Reference B, to “impose a rigid and
restrictive policy with regards to alcohol consumption to ensure the maintenance of
operational effectiveness and personal security as well as the preservation of good order
and discipline within all units of CA JTFSWA”. Recognizing that responsible use of
alcohol was also an important means of relieving stress and maintaining morale, the CA
JTFSWA alcohol policy was rationalized as “restricting, as opposed to prohibiting, the
consumption of alcohol in accordance with the principle of alcohol by exception”. It was
further mandated at Reference B, that “effective application of the policy depends upon

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rigorous enforcement by the chain-of-command, leadership by example and the proactive approach in dealing with infractions.”

3.
OP APOLLO Theatre of Operations. The CA JTFSWA Area of Responsibility
(AOR) is defined as the US Central Command (CENTCOM) AOR that includes the
combined territories of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Pakistan,
Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Yemen,
Somalia, Kenya, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Sudan, Egypt and Seychelles.
4.
The AOR covers a vast geographical area. The AOR also comprises
countries/regions with widely varying cultures, religions, customs, states of law and
order, degrees of governance, levels of terrorism, etc. In sum, the AOR presents a full
spectrum of threat to JTFSWA personnel. The threat levels are extremely low in tourist
destinations such as the Seychelles, but remain extremely high in former combat zones
such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and Somalia. The employment of CA JTFSWA personnel has
also varied widely throughout the duration of OP APOLLO. This is true in terms of
geographical location, as well as in terms of parent Force Generator, organizational
structure, and actual operational conditions'at the time of employment. Various elements
have been exposed to the full spectrum of conflict; from peace to armed combat.
DISCUSSION

5.
While the strategic guidance espouses guidance for all levels of leadership,
discusses considerations for formulating policy, and acknowledges that TFCs must have
latitude in determining policies that are applicable to their specific deployment, the
proscriptive guidance that “a ceiling of two drinks per day (controlled) is considered a
reasonable limit for mission areas not in a combat zone” severely limits most of the
guidance and latitude granted. In practical and simple terms, the arbitrary establishment
of a generic ceiling contradicts most of its own guidance, and as a strategic policy,
renders itself virtually irrelevant. The TFC is left with little latitude and flexibility under
the ceiling, except for re-iterating or expanding the existing guidance, and defining the
actual types of drink and their corresponding volumes.
6.
The fact that the theatre is so large and diverse, in terms of both threat and the
operations that have occurred and/or are still ongoing, intuitively necessitates application
of the full spirit of the strategic policy. In contrast, the OP APOLLO alcohol policy at
Reference B (and the previous version dating back to the commencement of OP
APOLLO) essentially maintains a simplistic and restrictive omnibus solution to a
complex issue.
7.
Given the implied ceiling in the strategic direction, the TFC’s policy would
naturally be expected to be restrictive. It is. It is curious to note however, that the entire
TFC policy is focused on leadership and the disciplinary system. Reference B states that
“the effective application of the policy depends upon rigorous enforcement by the chainof-command, leadership by example and the pro-active approach in dealing with
infractions.” While this is all unquestionably true, the unmentioned crucial third and

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final leg of this stool involves the responsibility and self-discipline of the individual CF
member. We repose great trust and responsibility in our personnel by putting weapons in
their control and sending them into harm’s way, yet we can’t see fit in the appropriate
circumstances, to depend on them to exercise a similar trust and responsibility with
alcohol.

8.
While the preceding background and discussion have been relevant to all services,
the Navy faces additional unique challenges with respect to the alcohol policy. Most
ships are in-theatre continuously for 5-7 months. During this time, opportunities for
mission leave/HLTA is very limited, and the operational tempo is very high. Most ships
are maintaining 80-83% underway times, which translates to 5-6 days alongside per
month. Many ships and CTG staffs have been required to remain at sea for 2-3 months
straight. When alongside, because of duty watch and force protection requirements, the
ships’ companies are in a 1 day on, 3 days off duty rotation. CTG staffs maintain a 1 in 2
to a 1 in 3 duty rotation. The net result is that ships’ companies and CTG staff have little
time off, little opportunity to get out of the AOR/SDA, and little quality rest, relaxation,’’
and decompression periods.
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Perhaps one of the greatest challenges to leadership and common sense is the fact
9.
that Canadian ships have been conducting DCDS operations in the Arabian Gulf region
for six months out of virtually every year since 1995 (OP AUGMENTATION series and
earlier precursors), and continuously since 2001 (OP APOLLO). With the exception of
the combat phases in Afghanistan and Iraq during OP APOLLO, and the periods
immediately before and after, the general threat level in the region has not differed
markedly since 1995. The rigidly maintained OP APOLLO alcohol policy, as compared
to more reasonable policies under the previous DCDS operations, is difficult to justify to
the average sailor.
10.
With substantial time and effort, comprehensive empirical data could be obtained
from all previous deployers to OP APOLLO, OP AUGMENTATION, and earlier
deployments right back to OP FRICTION, our initial foray into the region. For the
purposes of this paper, data frorp a single recent dual-deployer is telling. During the OP
AUGMENTATION deployment, command dealt with three alcohol-related incidents.
During the subsequent OP APOLLO deployment over the same period of time, the ship’s
company consumed 74% less beer, 73% less wine, and 90% less spirits. Command dealt
with two alcohol-related incidents during the deployment. In this case, the correlation of
alcohol policy to level of discipline is difficult to establish. The feeling of most senior
leaders is that those individuals who are going to get into alcohol-related incidents, are
going to do so, regardless of the policy in place.

11.
It is clear from the preceding discussion that the strategic direction provides
latitude for the TFC to frame an alcohol policy. Secondly, it is also clear in the strategic
direction that “the TFC will review and assess the policies and guidance of each
contributing Force Generator when formulating the proposed TF alcohol policy.”
Thirdly, the strategic direction provides that “TFCs may, at any time, submit new
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warrant a new alcohol policy.” It is my opinion that the current CA JTFSWA alcohol
policy does not adequately reflect the varied threat levels in the regional operating areas
within the overall CENTCOMZ JTFSWA AOR. Further, I believe that the unique nature
of naval operations and employment in the theatre were not fully appreciated when the
policy was created. Finally, I assess that the threat conditions in certain portions of the
Arabian Gulf area have changed sufficiently to warrant a less restrictive alcohol policy.

12.
In guiding the formulation of TF alcohol policy, Reference A mandates that the
TFC shall consider a number of requirements such as: a restriction as to the location,
amount and timing of alcohol consumption; zero consumption of alcohol in a combat
zone; imposed dry period before the commencement of work; designation of personnel,
who are restricted from drinking, to enable quick reaction to emergencies; a period of
total abstinence during periods of concentrated activity; and, secure stowage and
accounting of all alcohol. All of these requirements are addressed in the standing
provisions of Reference C with the exception of alcohol restrictions off the ship, zero
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consumption in combat zones or during periods of concentrated activity, and restrictions
on the amount of an individual’s consumption. As the zero consumption periods and
geographical areas were/are implemented during combat operations (north of Pt
Maddison in the Arabian Gulf, during the first five days of the US-led operations in Iraq,
and currently during all transits through the Straits of Hormuz), the only real policy
issues that need to be addressed are drinking guidelines ashore, and consumption limits
(ashore and on board).

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Given that the threat level in the CTG 307.1 AOO has returned to levels that
prevailed during previous DCDS operations in the Arabian Gulf region, I assess that the
two drink daily personal limit may be removed without any adverse affect on overall
Force Protection. Furthermore, as the Task Group Commander and Commander CA
JTFSWA are designated as alcohol policy reconciliation authorities for units in theatre, it
would logically follow that the Task Group Commander should also be the approving
authority for individual ship and/or Task Group standing alcohol policies.
RECOMMENDATIONS

It is recommended that the following modifications to Reference B be
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implemented forthwith:
a. that the two drink policy at Reference B paragraph 100.8 (a.) be removed in
total, and replaced the text “stipulate a daily consumption policy”; and
b. add a new first sentence to Reference B paragraph 100.11 as follows:
Commanding Officers of HMC Ships shall submit their port visit alcohol
policy to Task Group Commander for approval.

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CONCLUSION

15.
As a practical matter, should the alcohol policy be adjusted as recommended, I
intend easing the alcohol restrictions on board when alongside in protected berth areas
such as Jebel Ali. In this situation, I would also ease the restrictions inside the secure
“free port” facility, as it is effectively segregated from the host nation. The Seaman’s
Club near the ships’ berth, for example, would be subject to more relaxed alcohol
consumption limits. Over time, and in consonance with lowered threat assessments, I
may consider easing the restrictions ashore in approved hotels and resorts. Standing CTG
307.1 alcohol policies will be developed/modified for each port visit in accordance with
the guidance and provisions of References A through C.
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