INDICATOR: Installation of Technical Security Upgrade Equipment
PART Output
JUSTIFICATION: Technical security upgrade projects provide critical security countermeasures for U.S. diplomatic missions abroad. These upgrades include facility power and conduit infrastructure, as well as technical security equipment.
FY 2006 PERFORMANCE
Target
Complete 35 upgrades as part of a cyclical replacement program.
Results
35 upgrades were completed in FY 2006.
Rating
On Target
Impact
Improving technical security at overseas posts through on-time completion of projects contributes directly to the Department’s goal of providing a safe and secure environment for U.S. personnel and property.
PERFORMANCE DATA
Data Source
Data are verified and compiled on a quarterly basis from both our program managers and with posts to ensure deliverables and installation.
Data Quality
(Verification)
Analytical assessments are conducted to determine replacement life cycles and add to replacement schedule.
PAST PERFORMANCE
2005
29 upgrade projects completed, including Frankfurt.
2004
Technical security upgrades were completed at 142 posts, exceeding the initial target of 133.
2003
Technical security upgrades completed at 111 out of 133 posts, i.e. embassies or consulates.
INDICATOR: Deployment of Chemical Weapons/Biological Weapons Countermeasure Masks to Posts Abroad
PART Output
JUSTIFICATION: Chemical and biological weapons training and equipment serve to minimize casualties resulting from an attack on overseas personnel. This indicator directly measures the delivery of training and equipment.
FY 2006 PERFORMANCE
Target
Conduct weapons of mass destruction training at 85 out of 256 overseas posts. Begin to deploy countermeasures masks to 60 of 240 posts during the first year of a four-year phased equipment replacement cycle.
Results
The Department exceeded the target of training 85 posts. A total of 100 posts (approximately 20,712 employees) received overseas training. The first phase of a four-year equipment replacement cycle will begin in FY 2007. A total of 23,400 replacement masks are in the final stages of a procurement cycle, which was delayed due to the completion of testing. Deployment and training on the replacement masks is expected to be completed in FY 2007.
Rating
Above Target
Impact
Weapons of mass destruction training directly supports the Department’s goal of protection of personnel working overseas for the advancement of U.S. foreign policy.
PERFORMANCE DATA
Data Source
Data are verified through a training database and trip reports to ensure deliverables are met.
Data Quality
(Verification)
Training personnel on protective measures is essential in order to survive a chemical or biological attack. The program conducts assessments annually on how many locations require training to ensure adequate training and protection is provided.
PAST PERFORMANCE
2005
A total of 125 posts received training. Overseas training covered approximately 31,291 employees.
2004
The Department completed an aggregate total of 207 posts out of 240. Overseas training covered approximately 33,155 employees.
2003
77 of 240 posts provided with and trained in the use of countermeasure equipment, including 25,528 overseas personnel trained and 95 courses provided for security professionals being trained overseas.
