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Training Event Details

Course Name:
PER 213 Wide Area Search
Course Description:
Participants will be instructed in practical search methods and skills to perform systematic searches over a large affected area. The course content applies to a vast number of critical situations, including natural disasters or terrorist incidents. Topics include search management and planning, mapping, search strategies and skills, team management and communication. When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize, and deploy needed resources. The discipline applies to a vast number of critical situations including natural disasters or terrorist incidents. Participants are instructed in practical search methods and skills so they can perform systematic searches over a large affected area. The training includes challenging exercises that mirror real life scenarios.
Course Prerequisites:
IS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System or equivalent IS-200 Incident Command System for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
Course Target Audience:
Fire Department Responders Law Enforcement Officials Medical Professionals Emergency Management Agencies Military Organizations Hazardous Materials Responders Immigration and Naturalization Environmental Agencies Border Patrol Canine Handlers Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms Agents Volunteer Responders with CERT, Red Cross, Disaster Relief, Animal Rescue Other organizations with search responsibilities
Additional Information:
1) Please be mindful of the seasonal weather. Make sure you have appropriate clothing with you, as some of the training may be outdoors. 2) Meals and travel on your own
Event Dates:
1/26/2018 through 1/28/2018
Event Time:
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day
Event Location/Address:
Ox Bow Park 7 Park Road
Event City:
Humboldt
Event State:
Iowa
Event Zip:
50548
County and District:
HUMBOLDT - District: 2
Is Sponsored by HSEMD?
No
Is HSEMD Hosting Registration?
Yes
Seats Remaining:
11 out of 30 seats remaining
Registration URL:

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