DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE RECORDER

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: List and explain four duties of the recorder. List 12 specific items of information that should be included in the search report. List five items that should be included in the report about the field test used.

The recorder will be appointed by the CMAA or command representative and should do the following:

1. Assist the CMAA/command representative with his duties and responsibilities.

2. Accompany the MWD team and CMAA/ command representative to each area to be searched.

3. If a "response" occurs, indicate the area with tape or gum label, marking the tap/label with the response number, date, time, location, and any other information pertinent to the search.

4. Maintain the MWD team search data, recording the data required in the previous paragraph. A rough copy of this data should be provided to the MWD team prior to their departure.

DATA SHEETS AND SEARCH RESULTS

DDD Team Search Data Sheets and DDD team

search results should be maintained by the recorder. The command requesting the MWD teams should compile the information for the MWD team and forward the results to the security officer responsible for the MWD team within 7 days after the search. The following specific information should be provided:

1. Assignment Location. Command/Activity Name/Ship Name and hull number.

2. Commencement Time and Date. The time the search commenced, using military time and day/month/year.

3. Completion Date and Time. The time the search ended or stopped, using military time and day/month/year.

4. Handler Name and Rate. The handler's last name and rate/grade (provided by the DDD team).

5. MWD's Name and Tattoo Number. The MWD's name and tattoo number (provided by the DDD team).

6. Name and rate/grade of the CMAA/command representative.

7. Response Number. Enter the number of the responses; start on 1 for the first response and continue in sequential order (1, 2, 3, and so on) until the end of the search.

8. Time. The time the MWD responded, using military time.

9. Space Identification. The ship compartment number or building and room number where the response was made.

10. Location Where Found. The exact location where the contraband was found, which should be the same place the MWD responded.

11. Item Found. The type found (for example, homemade pipe, marijuana); abbreviations may be used (MJ-marijuana, CO-cocaine, and so forth). Indicate if confirmed by field or lab test.

12. Quantity. The quantity of the item found; in the case of marijuana or other drugs that must be weighed, use approximate weight.

FIELD TEST INFORMATION

The following field test data should be provided:

1. Brand. The brand name of the fieldtest used (for example, B & D for Beckin and Dickinson, other printout).

2. Result. The result of the field test, positive or negative only.

3. Lot #. The lot number from which the particular test came. This is usually found on the outside of the box.

4. Date and time of the test.

5. Name, rate, and SSN of person performing the test.

Make sure any substances found subsequent to the search are tested with afield test kit and by a laboratory. This is necessary to verify the proficiency of the MWD team. The Naval Investigative Service Regional Forensic Laboratory provides this service to all commands within their respective geographical region. Ensure that a proper chain of custody is maintained.

MWD OPERATIONAL SAFETY PROCEDURES

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: List and explain six safety precautions for MWD handlers.

Although handlers spend a great deal of training time learning to control their MWDs, no one can be sure the MWD will not break command and unexpectedly attack someone. When working MWDs, handlers must constantly be aware of and alert to the things going on around them. They must learn to recognize when the MWD is uneasy or becoming agitated and learn what events or conditions cause the MWD to react this way. The following is a list of some of the precautions handlers must observe at all times: 

. When working the MWD in or around large numbers of people, keep the dog on a short leash. 

. Do not allow people to pet the MWD. 

. Keep MWDs on a leash except when released to attack or search a building. Before releasing an MWD, the handler MUST give a verbal warning to inform anyone that may be in the area to cease all movement. 

l Never give up control of their MWD to anyone other than trained MWD handlers or veterinary personnel known to be qualified to competently handle that MWD. 

. When handlers challenge an unknown person, approach a suspect, check a person's identification, or are involved in any situation that requires them to divert attention from control of the MWD, they should always inform the person or persons that the dog is an MWD, trained to attack. 

. Never assume that a person knows the potential danger of the MWD.

POLICY ON RELEASING MWDS

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: State the policy on releasing an MWD, and explain the reason for this policy.

Because of the training the MWD has received, it must be considered a weapon; and many of the restrictions that apply to the use of firearms also apply to the release of the MWD against a suspect. Releasing the MWD or allowing it to bite while on-leash is not considered using deadly force, but, the handler should not release an MWD, or allow it to bite, until all other less forceful means have failed. While MWD bites are seldom fatal, they are usually very serious.

LOGISTICAL SUPPORT TO THE U.S. SECRET SERVICE (USSS)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Explain how MWD teams may be detailed to the USSS. Describe the policies regarding uniforms, transportation, and weapons.

When requested by the USSS, federal departments and agencies are directed to assist the USSS in performing its statutory protective duties.

Public Law 94-524 (Presidential Protection Assistance Act 1976, October 17, 1976 (18 U.S.C. 3056)) provides that the support to the Secret Service be made on a reimbursable basis except when the Department of Defense provides temporary assistance directly related to protecting the President, Vice President, or other officer immediately in order of succession to the office of the president.

All DOD personnel assigned to assist the USSS are subject to overall supervision by USSS personnel for the duration of the assignment, and report directly to the special agent in charge of the operation to which the MWD team is assigned. The policies concerning uniform, transportation, and weapons requirements are as follows:

UNIFORMS

Unless otherwise directed by the USSS, the normal attire for MWD team support is a conservative business suit.

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation requirements and after action reports remain the same except that no travel claim should be submitted to the Military Working Dog Executive Agent (MWDEA) for reimbursement by the command providing the MWD team support. Per Public Law 94-524 above, commands must absorb the costs for support to the USSS.

WEAPON REQUIREMENTS

Sidearms are not authorized unless directed by the USSS. Weapons policy will be addressed in confirmation message by the WDEA.

REQUESTS FROM CIVILIAN LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES FOR MWD SUPPORT

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Explain MWD support for a civilian law-enforcement agency.

Requests for MWD support by civilian law-enforcement agencies (CLEAs) should be forwarded to the CNO-N642 via the chain of command in accordance with SECNAVINST 5820.7. Requests will be forwarded to the Under Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs for approval or to the Secretary of Defense, if required. SECNAVINST 5820.7 establishes DON policies and procedures for providing assistance to federal, state, and local civilian law enforcement officials. Civil authorities may be advised of the availability of the resources through normal community channels. They will also be advised of the restrictions imposed on the use of these resources and the reimbursable requirements for these services.

REQUESTS FROM CIVILIAN LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES FOR MWD SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Explain MWD support for a civilian law-enforcement agency outside the continental United States.

Requests for MWD teams for use outside the continental United States (OCONUS) must be routed through the United States Embassy in the country where the assistance is requested to the responsible Commander-in-Chief (CinC). The Department of State (DOS) must be informed through embassy channels. The CinC must forward the request to the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) for approval, by telephone if necessary. Requirements beyond the CinC's capability to accomplish must be referred to the CJCS. The CJCS must forward the request to Office of the DOD Coordinator for Drug Enforcement Policy and Support (OCDEP&S), who will then forward the requirements to the Military Working Dog Executive Agent (MWDEA) for action.