Short Description Provides an examination of the importance of contact tracing in reducing the spread of an infectious disease in a population. Addresses the procedures and considerations for effectively conducting contact tracing and explores the public health actions taken as a result of contact tracing. Target Audience/Disciplines Healthcare Course Completion Requirements FEMA/SID Number (I forgot […]
Short Description Medical Surge Management – examines the process for medical management of the immediate response phase of a mass trauma event. Explores considerations and challenges of establishing triage and life-saving interventions at the scene, the transition of patients to healthcare facilities, and the prioritization and providing of emergency, life-saving treatment at a healthcare facility […]
Short Description A discussion of the capabilities, requirements, and considerations for determining appropriate decontamination methods and means for a hazardous materials response. Examines the types, methods, and application of decontamination; reviews responder decontamination procedures (emergency and technical); reviews patient decontamination procedures (self-care, mass, and technical); decontamination site selection considerations; and the evaluation of the effectiveness […]
The Center for Domestic Preparedness now has Virtual Instructor-Led Training available. These online sessions are 1-2 hours long and require attendees to submit an on-line application. Submission for these sessions will close 2 days prior to the delivery to allow time for class management and for providing additional instructions to registered students. The session will […]
Short Description A comprehensive examination of the requirements and considerations for determining appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for a hazardous materials response. Discusses the OSHA and NFPA categorization of hazardous materials PPE; factors in determining required PPE to stock on-hand based on community hazards and threats, and for a specific incident; determining chemical compatibility of […]
Short Description An examination of the task organization, process, and procedures for tactical planning and management of a hazardous materials incident response. Addresses the organization, roles, and responsibilities of a Hazardous Materials Branch or Group and provides a detailed analysis of the five phases of the tactical response process to include assessment and analysis, planning, implementation, […]
In this webinar, join a discussion about ongoing research and efforts to address evacuations from disasters and emergencies amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. This session will provide summaries of critical transportation, sheltering, logistic, and communication challenges, as well as possible strategies for evacuating large populations from danger. In addition, the session will include several case studies […]
In this National Emerging Special Pathogen Training and Education Center webinar they will articulate the pathophysiology of the hypercoagulable state seen in COVID-19 and discuss current evidence surrounding anticoagulation in COVID-19. Institutional practice patterns for anticoagulation will also be discussed. Objectives: Review the pathophysiology of the hypercoagulable state seen in COVID-19 Review of current evidence […]
Audience: This event would be appropriate for federal, state, and local government agencies; school personnel; mental health providers, faith-based leaders; private sector, and others with a public safety nexus. This free virtual seminar is open to law enforcement, mental health professionals, workplace managers, school personnel, campus security, house of worship leadership, government officials, and others with a role in public […]
The COVID-19 pandemic and the associated community mitigation efforts enacted have altered the delivery of and access to healthcare across the U.S. Healthcare providers are looking for new and innovative ways to deliver patient care to accommodate social distancing and community mitigation measures. The use of telemedicine has grown significantly in recent months. In addition […]