Strategies for dealing with VIP visits include the following:

• When possible, encourage such visitors to wait until after the window for successful rescues has passed.
• If visits must be scheduled before then, attempt to schedule visits to less time-sensitive operations.
• Identify appropriate background shots, photo opportunities, etc., before the visit.
• Confirm availability of key personnel (Public Information Officers, Incident Commanders, etc.) prior to the VIP’s arrival.

Try to limit time spent on scene. Conduct business away from the scene if possible.