What must be done immediately when a live missile hazard occurs?

When a live missile hazard occurs, the immediate priority is to ensure the safety of personnel and mitigate the risk of injury or further complications. Notifying the Emergency Control Squadron (ECS) is crucial, as this team is equipped to handle crisis situations, including live munitions hazards. They can provide guidance and facilitate appropriate responses to ensure that all safety protocols are followed.

Evacuating personnel from the immediate danger zone is essential to prevent casualties. The notification process allows trained professionals to manage the hazard effectively, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken swiftly. The importance of prompt communication with ECS cannot be overstated, as they coordinate emergency response efforts.

While assessing the situation, initiating safety drills, and securing the area are important actions in different contexts of hazard management, they come after the critical step of notifying ECS and evacuating personnel to ensure their immediate safety first.