Central Command is a Primary Command whose mission is to provide centralized command and coordination for the rest of the C.A.A. and to carry out the orders of the Board of Directors. Central Command is responsible for developing policy and operating procedures that define how commands and units within the C.A.A. are supposed to be structured and function. Additionally, Central Command provides core logistics, administration, and financial management; and is the primary internal regulatory authority for the C.A.A. On top of all this, Central Command is tasked with being responsible for core capability areas like emergency management and the operation of Area Commands like Sectors. Because of its role of providing command and coordination, Central Command has the authority to issue orders to all other commands and units, and deploy C.A.A. resources and personnel.
Active Branches of Central Command
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Quartermaster CorpsQuartermaster Corps is responsible for equipment, supply, and sustainment services. It also provides policy oversight and guidance for Sector Quartermasters.
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AcademyThe Academy is responsible for coordinating training and curriculum for the Central Aid Agency. It also establishes standards and certifies C.A.A. instructors.
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Emergency ResponseEmergency Response itself does not functionally exist yet as it has no units or personnel assigned to it directly at the present time. However, it serves as an administrative means for coordinating subordinate programs that are active.
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Medical CorpsLike Emergency Response, C.A.A. Med Corps does not currently have any units assigned to it at the present time. Instead, it serves as an administrative means to establish standards and protocols for C.A.A. Unit Medics and personnel that are medically trained.
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Active Programs / Affiliates of Central Command
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Rapid Response TeamThe Rapid Response Team (RRT) is a program under Emergency Response to provide Sector based multi-discipline rapid deployment emergency response teams capable of responding quickly to disaster situations.
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CERTThe C.A.A. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a program under Emergency Response to create community emergency response teams as an auxiliary to RRT units, capable of responding to all hazards emergencies; and to train and inform the public about disaster response and preparedness.
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IMOSIncident Management and Operational Support (IMOS) is a program under Emergency Response to provide all-hazards multi discipline incident management teams, ICS / admin support, and communications in times of emergency or disaster; and to coordinate between agencies in support of ICS systems. Additionally, to oversee and coordinate C.A.A. shelter operations, and deploy to support field operations if needed.
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Training Solutions InternationalTraining Solutions International (TSI) is an Affiliate Company under the Academy whose mission is to provide high quality training services to other agencies, businesses, and the public. The company donates at least 10% of what it earns back to the Central Aid Agency.
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Cadet CorpsThe Cadet Corps is a structured youth
program with an emphasis on leadership and faith for youths aged 14-21, and to act as an early entry method for youth into C.A.A. service. |
Active Units of Central Command
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1st Command GroupThe primary purpose of 1st Command Group is to provide command, logistics, and administrative services. The unit is responsible for central administration for the C.A.A. and manages the deployment of personnel and resources across commands as well as development of C.A.A. capabilities, units, and facilities.
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1st Command TeamCentral Command Team 1 is responsible for command and administration of Sector 2, and the management of the personnel and units stationed in Sector 2.
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Joint Task Force 1Joint Task Force 1, also called Task Force Jungle, is the primary operational unit for Sector 1, and additionally responsible for training other C.A.A. units at the FJB Field Training Center "The Jungle" in Sector 1. Joint Task Force 1 also serves as the administrative location for the assignment of units and personnel serving in Sector 1.
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Uniforms of Central Command
Central Command primarily wears uniforms in Navy Blue (Color Type 1), but also wears Khaki (Color Type 2) for hot weather, and OD (Color Type 3) for specialized field environments and Joint Task Force 1. Uniforms commonly worn by Central Command include:
Service Dress Uniform Class A
Service Dress Uniform Class B
Basic Duty Uniform Class C
Administrative Uniform with Navy Blue Polo and Tan Pants Class C
Field Basic Service Uniform Class D (When participating in Community Service activities)
Physical Training Uniforms Class E
Service Dress Uniform Class A
Service Dress Uniform Class B
Basic Duty Uniform Class C
Administrative Uniform with Navy Blue Polo and Tan Pants Class C
Field Basic Service Uniform Class D (When participating in Community Service activities)
Physical Training Uniforms Class E