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Train-the-Trainer2005 ArchiveProgram Orientation and Partners in Emergency Preparedness and Response & National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) TrainingRepresentatives having a direct role in emergency preparedness and response will provide information about their organizations. The roles and responsibilities of emergency management, public health and the public health laboratory will be explored through the use of a scenario. Participants will be provided with an overview of the National Incident Management System (NIMS), which was developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In addition, an overview of the Incident Command System (ICS) will be given in order to provide the non-fire emergency responder and other support agencies with a basic understanding of the ICS.
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. Speakers will demonstrate the roles and responsibilities that each of their organizations have when responding to emerging health threats.
Preparedness ExercisesHow tabletop exercises can be used to train and measure performance will be explored. Participants will be asked to play active roles, carrying out assigned and multi-professional responsibilities, during two different public health emergency tabletop exercises. After each exercise participants will be asked to share lessons learned. *Please note there are no archived materials available for this face-to-face session involving exercises Preparedness Issues: 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. Radford Davis will discuss trends in human and animal diseases, 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. He will address Avian Influenza more specifically.
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.\
Public Safety, Forensic Epidemiology and Public Health LawThe purpose of this program is to address the roles telecommunications or dispatch, 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 be provided.
Preparedness Tabletop Simulation and Graduation & Psychosocial Issues Surrounding Disaster Response and Adult Learning TechniquesA tabletop simulation was held to provide participants with the opportunity to experience and react to public health emergencies utilizing the Incident Command System. In addition, a session is given regarding the impact disasters have on the physical and emotional well being of survivors and responders. An overview of crisis intervention techniques is provided. Lastly educational strategies that can be used with adults in preparedness training are identified.
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