Washington State Blue Alert System Plan

Overview

The purpose of this document is to inform the readers about the Blue Alert System Plan, which is a system that facilitates the flow of information between the law enforcement and public in the case of a serious threat. This document includes information on Blue Alert criteria, the procedure for agencies to initiate a Blue Alert, what to do after the Blue Alert is activated, and canceling the blue alert.

Operations Area of Practice

    Communications
    Real Time Traveler Information
    Roadway Safety Services / Roadway Safety Patrol
    Emergency Transportation Operations

Organizational Capability Element

    Performance Management
    Planning
    Traveler Information
    Emergency Transportation Operations
    Local government/MPO/RTPA cooperation
    Public safety agency collaboration
    Outsourcing/PPP

Content Type

Informational Product

Role in Organization

Public
Principal Engineer
Manager / First Line Supervisor
Director / Program Manager
CEO / GM / Commissioner
Operator
Senior Manager
Public Safety Officer

Publishing Organization

State DOTs

Document Downloads

TOM Chapters
19.2
29.1
20.1
20.2
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Issue Date
Publication Number
3000-390-(R 0910/12)