GOAL

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate's (S&T) Depopulation, Disposal, and Decontamination (3D) program aims to stop the spread of animal disease, eradicate the pathogen, and recover economically by addressing and finding solutions for numerous identified capability gaps. The ultimate vision is to create an organized national system to control an outbreak while continuing business.

CUBIC'S ROLE

Cubic is the lead integrator to address and find solutions for 3D's identified capability gaps through the following four task areas:

• Task Area 1: Online Training - Develop and peer-review an online training module for carcass disposal
• Task Area 2: Carcass Disposal Calculator - Develop an online version of the Carcass Disposal Calculator for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Emergency Management Tools
• Task Area 3: Logistical Infrastructure Consolidated Report - Develop a consolidated report including overall recommendations for DHS to move forward in development of national logistical infrastructure guidance for transport of diseased and non-diseased mass carcasses
• Task Area 4: General 3D Integration and Liaison Support - Facilitate and manage interaction and coordination for various program activities including conducting workshops