Resource and Logistics
- COOP (Continuity of Operations Plan)
In the instance of COOP activation due to emergencies such as natural disasters, building shutdown, or unsafe conditions downtown, DEP is responsible for preparing the COOP space and resources when activated.
- Local ESF-8 Events
DEP Logistics supports annual state and local events by request. This includes setting up a mobile hospital tent for medical support of Air shows. We provide resource support for state and local fairs, as well as the Infectious Disease Summit.
- Public Health Resource Report
In addition to event support, the primary function of DEP Logistics is to provide the resource support for a public health response. Scott County HIV, East Chicago Lead, H1N1, COVID-19 and Hep A clinics are some of the responses which DEP supported. This often requires coordination with other health divisions such as Immunizations, Epidemiology, Lead and others.
- Mobile Hospital
IDOH mobile hospital shelters provide a climate-controlled environment in which to conduct medical operations. Each of the six units contains ten treatment beds.
- Mobile Command Unit
The Mobile Command Unit (or MCU) serves as the primary mobile communication base for DOC operations or Incident Command unit. The unit has stations set up for operational use with FirstNet cradle points, radio & satellite comms as needed.
- Advanced Medical Supply Unit (AMSU)
The Advanced Medical Supply Unit (AMSU) is used to transport medical supplies needed for training events or Response activations for approved requests.
- Logistics Resources
DEP communication resources
IDOH maintains a fleet of 1stNet data devices to support operations in the field and at fixed locations. IDOH also maintains range-extending equipment for low data coverage areas.
CRD - Deployed While Attached
Shared inter-agency 1stNet communications asset partially provided by IDOH-DEP, ISP, INDOT and IPSC. Compact Rapid Deployable, provides high-speed data and a stand-alone cell site in areas of damaged infrastructure or high data traffic areas.
Command Container
Long-term emergency operations shelter. Deployable by contracted commercial conveyance. Provides a secure heated and cooled workspace. DEP has three available.
ICECO
Camping style refrigerator/freezer running on either 12/24 volt DC or 120 volt AC current. Provides cold storage or cold chain management sources for field operations. DEP has 100 available for response.
Fridge Freeze
Fridge Freeze -20C vaccine freezer or refrigerator. AC or DC powered. DEP has twenty.
Vaccine Freezer
Vaccine freezer to -80C. Provides six vaccine trays. DEP has ten.
Request Process
If an LHD or other healthcare entity would like to request a resource, please contact IDOH Field Staff in your district (see map below).