Communication Assets Survey and Mapping Tool (CASM)
Agencies, Radio Systems, Towers, Gateways, Dispatches and other Communication Assets are represented on the Map-based Interface.
The Department of Homeland Security has given Maine access to a radio communications tool called Communication Assets Survey and Mapping Tool (CASM). This application allows Public Safety entities to catalog radio resources across the State. When fully implemented, this tool will provide an accurate picture of current communications capability, It has and provide a planning base for the future.
The CASM program collects information about an agency's mobiles, portables, frequencies/channels, base stations, gateways, towers/repeaters.
When an agency enrolls in CASM and provides data about its own systems, it will be allowed access to the information that all other entities are going to submit as well. This can help achieve several objectives:
- The CASM will become a centralized place for radio information and programming for Public Safety professionals.
- Maine jurisdictions and agencies will have shared access to partners' inventory information, which will assist in local planning.
- It will provide for greater detail and information that may not be available in Federal Communication Commission (FCC) databases.
This information will be used only to assist the State of Maine Public Safety agencies improving their radio interoperability and future planning of infrastructure. This information in the right hands of Public Safety communication leaders will help create a central repository of knowledge to be able to assist first responder communication needs before an incident and not after.
Public Safety Interoperability Communication Grant Requirement
To be eligible for the upcoming PSIC grant any agency involved with an application will need to have the CASM Baseline spreadsheet completed. A copy of the spreadsheet and instructions are located below. The deadline for CASM data submission is before the PSIC grant application is due. That timeline will be posted after DHS has approved the state plan.
All DHS grants require NIMS compliance to be eligible.
CASM User Application
If you qualify for access to CASM you may complete the CASM user application. We accept mailed or faxed copies. Electronic copies are accepted if the original is scanned with a signature.
For more information, please contact us.
Communications Document Library
| Name |
Type |
pdf |
rtf |
other |
| CONOPS Quick Reference |
Guidance Plan Policy |
22704-pdf |
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Quick reference for activation of the Maine Communications Operations Plan (CONOPS) for Incident Communications Interoperability |
| CONOPS Plan |
Plan Policy |
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22705-doc |
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State of Maine Communications Operations Plan (CONOPS) for Incident Communications Interoperability |
| CONOPS Frequently Asked Questions |
Plan |
35248-pdf |
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Answers to questions about the Maine Communications Operations Plan (CONOPS) for Incident Communications Interoperability |
| 2007 NIMS Implementation Table (DHS) |
Grant Guidance |
42758-pdf |
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Schedule for NIMS compliancy, published by the Department of Homeland Security |
| 2007 NIMS Compliance Policy (State of Maine) |
Grant Policy |
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42762-doc |
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A quick reference for NIMS compliance, as it affects eligibility for Homeland Security Grants in Maine |
| CASM User Application |
Form Grant |
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51452-doc |
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Use this form to request access to the Communication Assets Survey and Mapping Tool (CASM). Fill out the form, obtain all necessary signatures, and submit to MEMA. |
| CASM Baseline Spreadsheet |
Form Grant |
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51455-xls |
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This spreadsheet is the baseline for collecting data to meet the PSIC aplication requirements. |
| CASM Baseline Instructions |
Instructions |
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51456-doc |
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Instructions for completing the CASM Baseline spreadsheet. |
| CASM Agency Data Collection Spreadsheet (optional) |
Form |
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51457-xls |
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This is ths optional CASM data collection spreadsheet with embeded instructions. |
| Maine Communications Interoperability Committee Members |
Brochure Grant |
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51599-doc |
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By Executive Order, Governor Baldacci established the Maine Communications Interoperability Committee (MICC) in July 2007 for “the purpose of developing a plan for statewide voice and data communications interoperability to help ensure the safety of all citizens in day-to-day operations, natural disasters, emergency response scenarios, and terrorist incidents.” |
| SAFECOM Interoperability Continuum |
Guidance |
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51675-doc |
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SAFECOM Interoperability Continuum graphic |
| Communications Interoperability Plan Executive Summary |
Grant |
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53001-doc |
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Maine State Communications Interoperability Plan
Executive Summary
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| SCIP Presentation to the Counties |
Grant Guidance |
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53006-ppt |
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This is the copy of the ppt presentation to the counties |
| ICS Form 205-A (Optional) Maine |
Form |
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54043-doc |
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This form is used to capture on scene communications. This form augments the ICS Form 205 by including other communication mediums other than radio. |
| State of Maine Communication Interoperability Plan (SCIP) |
Grant Guidance Plan |
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54971-doc |
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This is the approved plan by DHS. All appendices and figures can be requested by official public safety agencies by emailing: HSGrants.Maine@maine.gov |
| SAFECOM Grant Guidance FY 2007 |
Grant Guidance |
54972-pdf |
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Federal Interoperability Grant Guidance |
| NTIA & DHS PSIC Grant Program Guidance Kit |
Grant Guidance |
54974-pdf |
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National Telecommunications and Information Administration Grant Guidance Kit. |
| Maine State Communications Network Summary (MScommNet) |
Grant Guidance Plan |
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54976-doc |
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MScommNet summary. |
| SAFECOM Interoperability Writing Guide for SOPs |
Grant Guidance Plan |
54978-pdf |
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| Maine PSIC Grant Application |
Grant Guidance Instructions |
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54983-zip |
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This is a compressed ZIP file that contains all documents needed to file a PSIC grant application. |
You will need the free Adobe® Reader to view PDF documents. RTF documents may be opened with any word processing software. Other: DOC: Microsoft Word® or Word® Viewer. XLS: Microsoft Excel® or Excel® Viewer Should you need an alternate form of any document, please contact us.
Last update: 06/11/08
