In accordance with the CG Addendum, when should an SLDMB be deployed?

• A. Immediately upon case initiation.
• B. When it becomes apparent the case will not be resolved quickly.
• C. Only after all other methods are exhausted.
• D. Never; it is optional.

Answer: (B)

Escalation timing for specialized assets is the focus here: bring in the SLDMB when it becomes clear the case won’t be resolved quickly with standard response methods. The CG Addendum guides you to escalate only when you anticipate that the current approach will take longer than a typical response, or when the incident’s complexity exceeds what first responders can handle efficiently. This helps conserve resources and maintain mission tempo; deploying too early risks unnecessary use of scarce assets, while waiting too long can cause delays in achieving a stable outcome. So, the trigger is recognizing that resolution with usual methods is unlikely in a reasonable timeframe, warranting SLDMB support.