Training Event Details

Course Description:

WDS Evaluator training instructs qualified individuals on how to perform Post-Disaster Building Safety Evaluations. This 7-hour training program is required training for all three levels of evaluators and is offered in person. This training will include: • Introduces the role of the Post-Disaster Building Safety Evaluator • Teaches participants how to perform building safety evaluations • Increases awareness of operational environments and hazards • Introduces training and credentialing requirements • Provides participants with the opportunity to perform virtual ATC 20/45 Rapid Assessments. Individuals attending this training will receive these publications: WDS Field Manual, ATC 45, ATC 20. Highly encourage participants to download a copy of the FEMAs P-2055.

Course Prerequisites:

None

Course Target Audience:

Those that are tasked with performing disaster inspections/ assessments after a natural disaster.

Additional Information:

1) Ample parking available 2) Use main entrance, look for signs for Time Check Hall 3) Travel and lunch are on your own, ample time will be provided 4) A $50 registration fee per attendee upon registering through Eventbrite

Event Dates:

2/23/2026 through 2/23/2026

Event Time:

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day

Event Location/Address:

City Services Center Bldg Time Check Hall 500 15th Ave SW

Event City:

Cedar Rapids

County and District:

LINN - District: 6

Is Sponsored by HSEM?

Is HSEM Hosting Registration?

Registration Information:

There is a $50 registration fee for all participants Complete the registration using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iabo-when-disaster-strikes-7-ceu-tickets-1982192049780?aff=oddtdtcreator

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