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EMS Professionals and the CERTification of Volunteers
The CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) program is a federal initiative that encourages private citizens to volunteer to help out in times of disaster – and gives them a way to do so. Typically, these volunteers receive training in emergency operations well in advance of potential disasters and are deployed primarily to support existing emergency services. CERT was conceived, therefore, as an adjunct to emergency services during a disaster, not as a substitute or replacement for those services. The…
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Hazmat on the Rail
Glen Rudner
April 5, 2023
Since February 3, 2023, following the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, the public has closely followed reports and commentary by media outlets and elected officials. This incident has become more controversial and publicized than others in recent years and has caused a public outcry for change.
The Pony Express Rides Again
Monty Dozier
January 18, 2023
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, health care providers and facilities, local jurisdictions, and state agencies struggled to acquire personal protective equipment (PPE), such as masks, gloves, gowns, and hand sanitizers, for their patients and staff. Supplies of these items were extremely low and getting them shipped proved
Beachie Creek Fire – A Practitioner’s Firsthand Account
Chuck Perino
January 4, 2023
When disaster strikes, sometimes those trained to respond find themselves and their families fleeing from the fire. Once their families are safe, they jump back in to assist wherever needed. This scenario happened to one emergency manager when the Beachie Creek wildfire engulfed surrounding Oregon communities with little warning.
The Importance of Strong Leadership for a Unique Discipline
Catherine Feinman
December 21, 2022
A transformational leadership style can help bridge relationship and communication gaps between
leaders and other community stakeholders. Learn how one young deputy fire chief learned from his past
leadership missteps and honed his meta-leadership skills, which were essential in reconnecting
communities when he became a state emergency manager.
Transportation Archives
“Boot Camp” for Emergency Managers
David Covington
July 6, 2022
In most fields, basic training is part of the learning process. Fire, law enforcement, the
military, and other disciplines have training academies for building competencies and
Suburban Fire Operations: Five Lessons Learned
Randall Hanifen
May 11, 2022
Some may believe that no two fire departments are the same, but many commonalities exist within fire departments that span geographical areas: urban, suburban,
Overcoming Challenges – Do Not Skip Steps
Catherine Feinman
April 27, 2022
In some ways, communities are well prepared for emergencies. However, it is critical to
continuously assess systems, structures, models, and procedures to identify even small weaknesses
A Growing Threat to Healthcare and Other Facilities
Rodney Andreason
April 20, 2022
Active shooter and other violent incidents occur all over the country – in urban and rural areas, in big cities and small towns, in large
Bipartisan Commission Says Nation Unprepared for Biological Events
Asha M. George and John T. O'Brien
March 9, 2022
On 17 February 2022, Dr. Asha M. George, executive director of the Bipartisan Commission on
Biodefense, testified as an expert witness before the U.S. Senate Committee
Four Key Elements of Crisis Prevention
Catherine Feinman
February 23, 2022
A crisis can occur when a situation becomes unstable, circumstances suddenly change, or tension and
stress heighten. However, not all events need to reach the
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TRANSPORTATION
EMS Professionals and the CERTification of Volunteers
The CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) program is a federal initiative that encourages private citizens to volunteer to help out in times of disaster – and gives them a way to do so. Typically, these volunteers receive training in emergency operations well in advance of potential disasters and are deployed primarily to support existing emergency services. CERT was conceived, therefore, as an adjunct to emergency services during a disaster, not as a substitute or replacement for those services. The…
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Avoiding the Complacency Trap After This Hurricane Season
Mark Misczak
November 23, 2022
Despite punishing hurricanes in Puerto Rico and Florida, the 2022 season has been relatively quiet for much of the Gulf
Training the Next Generation of Cyber Guardians
Steve Stein
November 2, 2022
Despite small local governments being overrun with malware, ransomware, and myriad other threats,
it is difficult to find experienced cybersecurity professionals.
Taking Flight – Creating a Robust Aviation Response, Part 2
James Origliosso and Sky Terry
October 12, 2022
Volunteer general aviation pilots have assisted their communities during emergencies and disasters for many years. This is the second of
Taking Flight – Creating a Robust Aviation Response, Part 1
James Origliosso and Sky Terry
September 28, 2022
General aviation pilots have been finding ways to assist their communities during emergencies and disasters for many years. However, over
TRANSPORTATION Archives
It Is Time to Adopt & Implement Resilient Building Codes
Dominic Sims, Pete Gaynor and Craig Fugate
October 20, 2021
As a result of the changing climate, natural hazards like hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires are
expected to continue to increase in both intensity and frequency. Therefore,
Never Forget: Focusing Events & Opportunity for Change
Nim Kidd
September 22, 2021
Devastating events can open windows of opportunity. In emergency management, focusing events like
9/11 create opportunities for change. Tragedies like 9/11 or devastating hurricanes create a
COVID-19: Impact on Financial Fraud
Michael Breslin
August 26, 2021
The past 16 months have been challenging. COVID-19 left a trail of destruction and a tremendous loss of life. It has had an impact on
Different Sides of Disaster Support
Catherine Feinman
August 25, 2021
Disaster support often conjures the image of boots-on-the-ground responders providing aid to
survivors on scene. However, disaster support involves so much more that is accomplished
Bringing Back the Preparedness Mindset
Catherine Feinman
July 28, 2021
Since 1998, DomPrep authors and readers have touted the need to prepare for disasters. There is a consensus among preparedness, response, and resilience professionals that
Connecting: Benefits & Risks
Catherine Feinman
June 23, 2021
To take a multidisciplinary, multijurisdictional approach to disaster preparedness and response,
agencies and organizations must connect both in person and virtually. Mutual aid agreements enable
agencies to
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