COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides a forum to discuss strategic and executive-level issues related to all-hazard disaster preparedness, to share proven strategies and best practices, and to enhance coordination among officials responsible for emergency response and recovery from a disaster. This workshop integrates a multimedia scenario and vignettes that highlight key issues and facilitates executive-level discussion of the United States’ National Strategy for Homeland Security. Additionally, the forum provides an opportunity to apply lessons learned from past local and national all-hazards disasters.
This workshop provides a unique opportunity for local or regional executives to share strategies and coordinate plans for emergency preparedness and response. This workshop is an effective process for discussing executive-level issues with leaders from the agencies involved in all levels of the emergency management structure.
PARTICIPANT CRITERIA:
This is a management-level course designed for senior elected and appointed officials who might be called upon to make critical decisions during a natural or man-made catastrophe. It may also include executives from other community entities, both public and private, that are
likely to be involved in a disaster response, to include:
Directors of local response agencies
Department Heads/Chiefs from:
o Emergency Management
o Fire
o Law Enforcement
o Emergency Medical Service (EMS)
o Hazardous Materials (HazMat)
o Public Works
o Water Utilities
o Public Health
o Health Care
o Governmental Administrative
Public Information Officers (PIOs)
Resident federal agency representatives (FBI, BATF, Secret Service, FEMA, TSA)
CEOs of Hospitals
College and University Representatives
School District Superintendents
Airport and Port Facility Managers
PREREQUISITE:
There are no prerequisites for this course.
SPONSORSHIP:
The Campbell County Office of Emergency Management and the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security are sponsors for this Course. Delivered by National Emergency Response and Rescue Training Center (NERRTC), Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), member of National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (NDPC).
INSTRUCTIONS:
1) Course enrollment maximum is 40 participants.
2) There are no course fees.
3) Pre-registration is required by January 15, 2023.
4) Register online at: https://tinyurl.com/4n2evxz2
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TO APPLY FOR THIS COURSE
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1) If you have questions, contact:
William R. Turner, Director
Campbell County Office of Emergency Management
P.O. Box 153
8774 Constable Drive
Alexandria, KY 41001
859-547-3150
Email wturner@campbellcountyky.gov