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Train-the-Trainer2004 ArchiveOrientation, Role of Public Health in Emergency Preparedness and Response, Psychological Issues Surrounding Disaster Response and Incident Command/Management Systems TrainingThis session begins with an orientation of the Train the Trainer Program. The roles and responsibilities of Iowa public health agencies and partner organizations in emergency preparedness and response will be explored. The impact of disasters on the physical and emotional well being of survivors and responders will be discussed and information on crisis intervention techniques will be provided. Incident Command or Management System Training will be provided by a National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) instructor. Many agencies at the local, state, and federal levels use the Incident Command System (ICS), which has been revised and improved as the Incident Management System (IMS), to coordinate efforts during an emergency response. The role of public health is now integrated into this training program. ICS/IMS can be used for any type or size of emergency and allows agencies to communicate with each other and to coordinate resources. NACCHO, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Advanced Practice Centers for Public Health Preparedness have partnered in this endeavor. The one day training enables public health participants to learn about ICS/IMS and the role of public health agencies in incident management and emergency response activities. Core public health readiness competencies developed by the Columbia University Center for Health Policy are used in this program.
Prepare: Disaster Planning and CoordinationState and local public health agencies and health organizations have prepared emergency response plans to respond to emerging health threats. In this training, the models and plans for these systems will be discussed. The MaHIM, HEICS, and county systems will be specifically explored. Speakers will demonstrate the roles and responsibilities that each of their organizations have when responding to emerging health threats.
Orientation to Tabletop ExercisesStaff from the St. Louis University School of Public Health’s Center for the Study of Bioterrorism and Emerging Infections will conduct this program/tabletop exercise and have provided the following information. The tabletop exercise is a training experience designed to stimulate discussion of issues concerning a hypothetical situation and to evaluate the plans, policies, procedures, or systems that guide the response and recovery process. The purpose of this exercise is to gain new insights into the realities of a massive public health crisis from a local perspective and to analyze the system protocols necessary for an effective response. The exercise process is designed to validate the importance of coordination and to identify future planning and training priorities for every level of response.
Preparedness Issues in Iowa: Animal and Human HealthMaintaining healthy livestock in Iowa, identifying threats, and protecting the public’s health are critical. Farmers, veterinarians, laboratorians, medical and other public health professionals all play important roles in this effort. Dr. James Roth will discuss zoonotic agents of bioterrorism and preparedness resources. Dr. Michael Pentella will provide information about the roles of laboratory personnel in the detection and confirmation of agents that pose a threat to the industry and the health of the public.
Informatics and Risk CommunicationsThe purpose of this program is for public health professionals to review the informatics field and to provide them with access to the latest tools and data sources. This program addresses how to effectively sort through masses of information to better understand topics of interest or public health issues. In addition to gathering information, public health professionals are also charged with effectively communicating messages to the public. How to use and understand media messages will be discussed, along with the components of risk communication. Program participants will have the opportunity to practice these skills by assessing and responding to public health emergency scenarios.
Public Safety and Public Health LawThe purpose of this program is to address the roles public safety, emergency medical services, and forensic epidemiology have in emergency response. Updates on public health laws, codes, and protocols pertaining to emergency planning will then be provided. Public health disaster legislation will be of specific focus. In addition, quarantine rules will be reviewed and discussed in a scenario.
Preparedness Tabletop Simulation and GraduationThis is the final training session of the Public Health Preparedness Train-the-Trainer Program. This 1½ day tabletop simulation will provide participants with the opportunity to experience and react to public health emergencies utilizing the Incident Command System. The participants will be expected to take an active role in the scenarios including setup of the Incident Command Post and activation of an Emergency Operations Center. They will be provided with an orientation to the simulation, will carry out specific roles, and will identify lessons learned. This is the capstone experience for the entire training program that began in April. The previous trainings will provide the learner with the general background knowledge that should be applied when working through the scenarios. The scenarios will give participants exposure to the various roles and responsibilities that professionals have when responding to emergencies.
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