Governor's Hurricane Conference - 2008 Program Information
Some of the presentations given for the Training Sessions and Workshops are avilable for download in Adobe Acrobat format.The sessions with the presentations available will have links to download below each description.
2008 TRAINING SESSIONS
bold italics indicate advanced level sessions
Emergency Services
TS-E1. Certified Emergency Manager (CEM®) Exam Preparatory Course and Exam CANCELLED
TS-E2. State Agricultural Response Team (SART)
TS-E3. Mutual Aid Plan for Law Enforcement
General
TS-G1. ICS - 300 - Intermediate Incident Command System (ICS) for Expanding Incidents (G300)
TS-G2. ICS – 400 - Advanced Incident Command System (ICS) Command and General Staff (G400)
TS-G3. EOC Management and Operations (G775)
TS-G4. Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
TS-G5. Communications Unit Leader
TS-G6. IMT Type III Planning Section Chief
TS-G7. IMT Type III Safety Officer
TS-G8. Tropical Meteorology 101 – The Basics
TS-G9. Tropical Meteorology 201 – Tropical Cyclone Impacts
TS-G10. Tropical Meteorology 301 – Tropical Cyclone Forecasting
TS-G11. Tropical Meteorology 401 – Advanced Topics in Meteorology
TS-G12. Hurricane Decision Making Exercise
TS-G13. The World of Automation for Emergency Responders
TS-G14. Advanced Applications in Public Affairs
TS-G15. Basic Public Information Officer (G290)
TS-G16. Logistic Staging Areas (LSAs) and Distribution Systems
TS-G17. IMT Type III Liaison Officer
TS-G18. Multi-Agency Coordination System (MACS) (IS-701)
TS-G19. IMT Type III Logistics Section Chief
TS-G20. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour
TS-G21. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour
TS-G22. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour
TS-G23. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour
TS-G24. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour
TS-G25. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Tour
TS-G26. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Tour
TS-G27. Instructional Delivery Skills (G265)
TS-G28. Basic Operational HURREVAC
TS-G29. Advanced Operational HURREVAC
TS-G30. Basic Municipal Emergency Management Program Training
TS-G31. Advanced Municipal Emergency Management Program Training
Human Services
TS-H1. Florida Volunteer Administration Certificate Program
TS-H2. Developing Community Collaborations
TS-H3. Managing Collaborations, Managing Expectations, Managing a Hurricane Risk Shelter
TS-H4. Life Safety Code Requirements for Schools & Shelters: SREF/69A-58 Course 3
Infrastructure
TS-I 1. FEMA & FHWA Funding Programs: Similarities & Differences
Policy/Planning
TS-P1. US National Grid
TS-P2. Hurricane Readiness for Coastal Communities (G363)
TS-P3. Continuity of Operations (COOP) Program Manager Course (G549)
TS-P4. Emergency Planning and Special Needs Populations (G197)
TS-P5. Hurricane Biz - Train the Trainer
TS-P6. Introduction and Table Top Exercise on Florida’s New Disaster Behavioral Health Response Plan
Recovery
TS-R1. Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) for Mitigation Projects (G278)
TS-R2. Design Considerations for Coastal Construction
TS-R3. Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
TS-R4. Public Assistance Reimbursement by the Experts
TS-R5. Debris Removal
TS-R6. United States Human Services Overview: Community Response Teams and Disaster Recovery
TS-R7. Blueprint for Safety® Retrofit Training
Bold Italics = Advanced Level Session
DESCRIPTIONS
Emergency Services
CANCELLED
TS-E1 Certified Emergency Manager (CEM®) Exam Preparatory Course and Exam – Organized by Martha Tripp
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The CEM® Examination Preparatory Course includes a review of Certified Emergency Manager program requirements (experience, education, professional contributions and more); application procedures; tips for successful program completion; overview of the CEM® exam; standards upon which the CEM® exam is based; sample CEM® exam questions; and a Q & A period. The session will also explain the Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) program requirements – it is considered a bridge to the CEM® program, and allows beginning professionals to start establishing benchmark credentials without having to meet the experience or professional contributions requirements.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5
TS-E2. State Agricultural Response Team (SART) – Organized by Carla Boyce
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Are you meeting the needs of your county’s second largest population? Participants will learn how to utilize the skills and resources of a host of agencies, organizations and individuals to effectively plan for and respond to issues related to animals and agriculture that arise from disasters that impact Florida
Level: Basic ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3)
TS-E3. Mutual Aid Plan for Law Enforcement – Organized by Steve Williams
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This session will focus on law enforcement response to emergencies and disasters as outlined the Florida Mutual Aid Plan (MAP) developed under the authority of the Florida Mutual Aid Act. Attendees will receive an in-depth overview of the MAP and the process for law enforcement agencies to request and to provide assistance during major and catastrophic events. Representatives from the Florida Sheriffs Association and the Florida Police Chiefs Association will also present an overview of their plans for response under the MAP. The mission documentation and reimbursement process will also be covered.
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 8, 9, 10, 13, 16
General
TS-G1. ICS - 300 - Intermediate Incident Command System (ICS) for Expanding Incidents (G300) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the ICS. The course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses. Course topics include the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Command and Management components and how it supports the management of expanding incidents; incident/event management process for supervisors and expanding incidents as prescribed by the ICS; the incident management process on a simulated Type 3 incident and the development of an Incident Action Plan for a simulated incident. This is an “Elective” course in the Advanced Professional Series (APS) program.
Prerequisites: ICS-100 and ICS-200
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-G2. ICS – 400 - Advanced Incident Command System (ICS) Command and General Staff (G400) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the ICS. The course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses. Course topics include the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Command and Management components and how it supports the management of expanding incidents; incident/event management process for supervisors and expanding incidents as prescribed by the ICS; the incident management process on a simulated Type 3 incident and the development of an Incident Action Plan for a simulated incident. This is an “Elective” course in the Advanced Professional Series (APS) program.
Prerequisites: ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, IS700 and IS800
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) (Part 6)
TS-G3. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management and Operations (G775) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and operate an EOC during crisis situations. The course covers locating and designing an EOC, how to staff, train and brief EOC personnel and how to operate an EOC during various situations. This is a “Required” course in the Advanced Professional Series (APS) program.
Prerequisites: The EOC Role in Community Preparedness, Response and Recovery Operations (IS-275)
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-G4. Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
The Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) provides an overview of the exercise process. In a cyclical process, exercises from the planning stages to the evaluation and improvement and how each endlessly builds upon the next will be examined. This class will assist in all issues relating to exercises and familiarize participants with the federal guidance and direction.
Prerequisite: IS-120A
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G5. Communications Unit Leader – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
This course is designed to provide skills and knowledge needed to perform in the role of Communications Unit Leader (COML). Topics will include: gathering information, organizing the communications unit, designing communications systems, installing, maintaining and assigning equipment, internal coordination and demobilization. This course is NOT for position certification.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G6. Incident Management Team (IMT) Type III Planning Section Chief – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
This course provides basic knowledge for an individual to act as a Type III Incident Plans Officer at an incident, focusing on hurricane assignments. Topics for discussion are: collecting, evaluating and displaying incident intelligence and information; preparing the Incident Action Plan; developing plans for demobilization; maintaining incident documentation and tracking resource assigned to the incident. Working within the scope of the IMT and working in and with a unified command will also be discussed. This course is NOT for position certification.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G7. Incident Management Team (IMT) Type III Safety Officer – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This course provides basic knowledge for the individual to act as a Type III Incident Safety Officer at an incident, focusing on hurricane assignments. Pre-incident and post-incident topics will be covered, including deployment essentials and primary hurricane safety issues such as: immunizations, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), electrical safety, communications, truckers’ and logistical staging area (LSA) safety, heat stress, human remains and Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) will be discussed. This course is NOT for position certification.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G8. Tropical Meteorology 101 – The Basics – Organized by Steve Letro
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This session is the first of a four-part lecture training series for emergency managers, response personnel and technical staff regarding basic principles of tropical meteorology. The discussions will focus on those concepts which need to be understood to assist in applying tropical cyclone forecast information to the emergency decision-making process. This session will include a basic introduction to the meteorology of the tropics, a discussion of data sources and their limitations including aircraft reconnaissance, the basic structure of tropical cyclones and an overview of tropical cyclone wind fields.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4)
TS-G9. Tropical Meteorology 201 – Tropical Cyclone Impacts – Organized by Steve Letro
Monday, May 12, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This session is the second of a four-part lecture training series for emergency managers, response personnel and technical staff regarding basic principles of tropical meteorology. This session will focus on the meteorological processes that produce tropical cyclone impacts such as storm surge, excessive rainfall and tornadoes. The basics of the Sea, Lake and Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) model are also introduced with a discussion of its application to the storm surge forecast process.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4)
TS-G10. Tropical Meteorology 301 – Tropical Cyclone Forecasting – Organized by Steve Letro
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This session is the third of a four-part lecture training series for emergency managers, response personnel and technical staff regarding basic principles of tropical meteorology. This session will deal with the meteorological processes that influence tropical cyclone development and motion and how these processes are applied in real-time hurricane forecast methodology by National Hurricane Center specialists. This session will also include a discussion of numerical tropical cyclone forecast models including their relative strengths and limitations.
Prerequisites: Tropical Meteorology 101
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3)
TS-G11. Tropical Meteorology 401 – Advanced Topics in Tropical Meteorology – Organized by Steve Letro
Tuesday, May 13, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This session is the last of a four-part lecture training series for emergency managers, response personnel and technical staff regarding basic principles of tropical meteorology. In this session, discussion will focus on identifying critical research priorities regarding tropical cyclone forecasting and will discuss current as well as proposed research efforts through such initiatives as the Joint Hurricane Testbed. The session will also feature a discussion of the development and use of new tropical cyclone related products.
Prerequisites: Tropical Meteorology 301
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
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TS-G12. Hurricane Decision Making Exercise – Organized by Al Sandrik
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Participants will engage in an interactive exercise simulating a hurricane landfall along the Florida coast. National Hurricane Center, local National Weather Service and Florida Division of Emergency Management personnel will brief the scenario and guide participants through meteorological and emergency management factors associated with the exercise. The exercise is designed to build upon the information presented during the Tropical Meteorology training sessions.
Prerequi
sites: Tropical Meteorology 101, 201, 301, 401
Class Size Limit: 100
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-G13. The World of Automation for Emergency Responders – Organized by Laurie Feagans
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Palm B
An overview of various technologies available today and on the horizon will be shared to build your perfect Emergency Management Toolbox. The session will begin with an overview of how satellite systems operate and function. The overview will address tradeoffs and capabilities of satellites for imagery and communications. Come and learn how to better utilize your cell phone for damage assessment, new uses of Geographic Information System (GIS), see the new State of Florida systems, view how the school boards are making the most of advanced technologies and explore other cutting edge systems. This training session will assist you if your program needs revamping to compete in today’s fast paced technology age.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 16
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5)
TS-G14. Advanced Applications in Public Affairs – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This two-day session builds on the foundations established in Basic Public Information Officer (PIO) by focusing on PIO responsibilities in large-scale emergency situations. Topics include interpersonal skills, effective communication in emergencies, media relations and use of the joint information system.
Prerequisites: The participant must have completed the Basic Public Information Officers Course (G290) or have at least three years experience in managing public information. Applicants will be screened and contacted regarding eligibility.
Disclaimer: This course will not give you credit for the Advance PIO Course (E388). E388 Advanced PIO is taught only at FEMA’s EMI in Emmitsburg, MD
Class Size Limit: 20
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4)
TS-G15. Basic Public Information Officers (PIO) (G290) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This course is intended for Public Information Officers who are new to, or less experienced in the field. The course emphasis is on the basic skills and knowledge needed for emergency management public information activities. Topics include the role of the PIO in emergency management, conducting awareness campaigns, news release writing and public speaking and television interviews. This is an “Elective” course in the Advanced Professional Series (APS) program.
Class Size Limit: 30
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G16. Logistic Staging Areas (LSAs) and Distribution Systems – Organized by David Halstead
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This session will provide in-depth training on the components, organizational structure and the typing of logistical staging areas and where and how they are identified. The systemic buildup of resources and how to identify, move and distribute those resources during an emergency event will be taught. The distribution network necessary at the local, state and regional levels will be part of the instruction, as well as the effective utilization of the Florida National Guard and Incident Management Teams from the Florida Division of Forestry. How the system is implemented and how individual departments participate and process requests will be covered during the training session. The State Logistics Response Center, including new technologies, will also be discussed.
Class Size Limit: 70
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G17. Incident Management Team (IMT) Type III Liaison Officer – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This class will provide attendees with an overview of the role of a Liaison Officer in an incident and a hurricane deployment in particular. The Liaison Officer’s role as a member of the command staff to coordinate issues dealing with cooperating agency representatives is critical to the success of the incident. Working within the scope of the IMT and working in and with a unified command will be discussed. This course is NOT for position certification.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G18. Multi-Agency Coordination System (MACS) (IS-701) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This course prepares participants to use the components of a MACS and establish relationships between all elements of the system. The course will cover: definition of multi-agency coordination at the local, state and federal levels; identification of each agency involved in incident management activities to ensure appropriate situational awareness and resource status information is shared; identification of typical priorities established between elements of multi-agency coordination systems; and description of the process of acquiring and allocating resources required by incident management personnel in relation to the entire MACS.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 16, Planning/Logistics
Download the presentation (Part 2)
TS-G19. Incident Management Team (IMT) Type III Logistics Section Chief – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This course is designed to meet the national core needs of the Logistics Section Chief. Objectives for this course are: arrive properly equipped at an incident, gather information to access the assignment, and begin planning activities of the Logistics Section Chief; determine that facilities, services, and materials are provided for the incident; plan, staff, and manage the logistics section to meet the needs of the incident in a safe and efficient manner; coordinate with other sections to assist in accomplishing the overall objectives of the incident; and implement the demobilization plan. This course is NOT for position certification.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-G20. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour – Organized by Rob Molleda
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 8:00 a.m.
This session will include a tour of the NHC and Miami Weather Forecast Office (WFO) on the campus of Florida International University. The purpose of the tour is for participants to gain a better understanding of the operations of the NHC and the WFO, as well as their duties and roles during tropical cyclone situations.
Class Size Limit: 45
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G21. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour – Organized by Rob Molleda
Monday, May 12, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 1:00 p.m.
Repeat of TS-G20
S-G22. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour – Organized by Rob Molleda
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Repeat of TS-G20
TS-G23. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour – Organized by Rob Molleda
Repeat of TS-G20
Tuesday, May 13, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 1:00 p.m.
TS-G24. National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tour – Organized by Rob Molleda
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Repeat of TS-G20
TS-G25. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Tour – Organized by Lori Vun Kannon
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 8:00 a.m.
A well designed and fully functional EOC is critical for the successful management of disasters. This six-hour training session includes visits to three area EOCs including the Palm Beach County EOC, the Deerfield Beach Operations Center and the Broward County EOC. Presentations will include information on organizing, staffing and operating these facilities.
Class Size Limit: 45
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G26. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Tour – Organized by Lori Vun Kannon
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Bus will leave Convention Center promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Repeat of TS-G25
TS-G27. Instructional Delivery Skills (G265) – G – Organized by Necole Holton
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The purpose of this one-day course is to prepare the participants to assist with state-delivered training. It covers preparation, presentation and evaluation skills. In addition, participants will be able to incorporate the needs of training participants into their training delivery. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to review course materials to determine how the needs of training participants affect their presentation, use instructional techniques, methods and media effectively, and prepare and manage the learning environment.
Prerequisites: Must have responsibility for teaching a portion of a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or state-developed course.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G28. Basic Operational HURREVAC – Organized by Bill Johnson
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This is a basic refresher course of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hurricane decision-making software program known as HURREVAC. The training is designed for users who want to learn the basic components of the program.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-G29. Advanced Operational HURREVAC – Organized by Bill Johnson
Tuesday, May 13, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Palm B
This is an advanced refresher course of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hurricane decision-making software program known as HURREVAC. The training is designed for users who want to expand their knowledge and use of more advanced components of the program. This training session will include an overview of tools such as the Evacuation Transportation Information System (ETIS), the River Gauge module, the NOAA Tide module and the exercise wizard. Please note that this session may conclude earlier than scheduled but the integrity of the instruction will not be compromised.
Prerequisites: Basic Operational HURREVAC or a basic understanding of HURREVAC
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-G30. Basic Municipal Emergency Management Program Training – Organized by Helene Wetherington
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Developing a comprehensive emergency management program on the municipal government level is becoming increasingly important. With emergency management assigned as a secondary responsibility to the fire chief, police chief or public works director, most are challenged to allocate sufficient time and resources to get the job done. This course will provide an overview of the basic elements which compose a municipal emergency management program. Municipal emergency managers will share their ideas and best practices and provide some tools which can enhance your local emergency management program.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4)
TS- G31. Advanced Municipal Emergency Management Program Training – Organized by Helene Wetherington
Tuesday, May 13, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This advanced level training session will provide experienced municipal emergency managers innovative ideas and best practices to create an effective program with limited financial, human and technological resources. Municipal programs will feature their best practices in the areas of public outreach and education, information technology tools and addressing the needs of special populations.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
Human Services
TS-H1. Florida Volunteer Administration Certificate Program – Organized by Cicero Hartsfield
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
(attendance all three days required)
This is a high-quality, comprehensive course in volunteer management designed to develop/enhance participants’ capacity to effectively recruit, mobilize and manage volunteer resources for the greatest possible impact. This course will offer small group and interactive learning and will be delivered by a rotating panel of professional presenters from the Florida Association of Volunteer Centers.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-H2. Developing Community Collaborations – Organized by Paige Cauthron
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Participants will gain a practical understanding of how to collaborate with internal and external constituencies to ensure effective service delivery to mutual customers. The course will prepare individuals to establish collaborative relationships that contribute to a coordinated disaster response.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 11, 15
TS-H3. Managing Collaborations, Managing Expectations, Managing a Hurricane Risk Shelter – Organized by Iñaki Rezola
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
From the initial planning stages of working with emergency management to collaborating with partner agencies in managing a post-storm neighborhood resource center, this one-day course takes participants through the key steps of managing a hurricane evacuation shelter. This interactive course is intended to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills to perform as effective shelter managers in the most stressful of times. This course is different than the typical American Red Cross Shelter Management and Simulation class in that it focuses exclusively on a hurricane and life at the shelter prior, during and post event. A simulation is included in the afternoon that allows for structured decision making in a learning environment that is nonetheless realistic.
Class Size Limit: 40
Level: Advanced ESFs: 6, 11, 15, 17
TS-H4. Life Safety Code Requirements for Schools & Shelters: SREF/69A-58 Course 3 – Organized by Ed Kessler
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This one-day session will cover SREF5, designed for district, safety and design professionals that deal with school safety issues. It will also cover Florida Fire Prevention Code and The Florida State Fire Marshal Rules regarding shelters and schools. It will make you aware of issues to be considered when evaluating, designing and/or building a school or shelter. This session will discuss potential hazards which shelter managers and inspectors should be aware of when evaluating a shelter for potential use.
Class Size Limit: 35
Level: Basic ESFs: 6
Infrastructure
TS-I 1. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) & Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Funding Programs: Similarities & Differences – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This session will provide specific guidance for recouping costs associated with debris removal, emergency and permanent work resulting from a natural or man-made disaster that is federally funded through a Presidential declaration. Topics will include: how FHWA and FEMA interact and differ; general eligibility requirements; debris specific criteria; permanent repairs; procurement/contracts/reimbursements; Project Worksheets (PW); Detailed Damage Inspection Reports (DDIR); audits; and Summary of Documentation (SOD).
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 3, 10
Policy/Planning
TS-P1. United States National Grid (USNG) – Organized by Carla Boyce
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This hands on two-day course culminating in a practical exercise will bring Geographic Information System (GIS) and emergency management professionals together for a joint training on the adoption, implementation and use of the USNG. GIS professionals will learn to use the USNG in desktop GIS applications and produce field product for use by crews in field operations. Field personnel will learn what GIS can provide in disaster operations across disciplines and how the USNG can be used to prescript mission requirements.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Basic ESFs: All
TS-P2. Hurricane Readiness for Coastal Communities (G363) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This course is designed to provide participants the tools needed to help communities along the coast prepare for and respond to a hurricane. Upon completion, the participants will understand advisories of the National Weather Service, information from hurricane evacuation studies, various issues and measures needed in their jurisdiction for effective decision making and have a checklist for time-phased actions.
Prerequisites: IS-324 – Community Hurricane Preparedness
Class Size Limit: 60
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-P3. Continuity of Operations (COOP) Program Manager Course (G549) – Organized by Carla Boyce
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This course is designed for public sector staff with responsibility for managing their agency/office COOP effort. Others integral to the COOP planning and program management may also take the course. The course objectives include defining COOP, explaining the benefits of a viable COOP program and plan, identifying processes, resources and tasks necessary to implement and manage a successful COOP program.
Prerequisites: Recommend IS-547, Introduction to Continuity of Operations (COOP)
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: v All
TS- P4. Emergency Planning and Special Needs Populations (G197) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This course is intended to provide those with responsibilities for providing emergency planning or care of seniors, people with disabilities and /or special needs groups with the skills and knowledge they will need to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergency situations. This is an “Elective” course in the Advanced Professional Series (APS) program.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-P5. Hurricane Biz – Train-the-Trainer – Organized by Karen Hagan
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This Train-the-Trainer version of “Hurricane Biz – A Business Tabletop Exercise” will provide direction for facilitators to conduct Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) – Business Tabletop Hurricane Exercises for small to large businesses in their communities. The purpose of the exercise is to help businesses develop or build upon their own COOP Planning, preparedness, response and recovery simulations are used to conduct the exercises and facilitators will give direction about how to develop specific techniques to conduct these exercises within their own communities.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5, 18
TS-P6. Introduction and Table Top Exercise on Florida’s New Disaster Behavioral Health Response Plan – Organized by Victoria Parsons
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This presentation and table top exercise is designed to give the participant a working knowledge of how to request a behavioral health assessment team, what the team can provide and how they will manage and coordinate all other behavioral health services under the new state plan. The new plan is part of Florida’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP). It is imperative that every emergency manager, health and medical ESF 8 worker and response organization in Florida know how to access and utilize this new and valuable resource. The training session will include a mini table top disaster simulation utilizing the new protocol for requesting the interacting with a deployed Disaster Behavioral Health Team.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5, 8, 14
Recovery
TS- R1. Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) for Mitigation Projects (G278) – Organized by Necole Holton
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(attendance both days required)
This two-day course will enable participants to conduct benefit-cost analyses that are defensible and well documented for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mitigation programs, utilizing FEMA's Riverine Limited Data module for drainage projects. Also, for residential and business projects, FEMA's Coastal A, Coastal V, Riverine Full Data and Wind Retrofit modules will be used.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
TS-R2. Design Considerations for Coastal Construction – Organized by Bill Johnson
Monday, May 12, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This training session is primarily intended for engineers, architects and building officials and focuses on residential (i.e., one to four family) dwellings less than three stories high. This session reviews important design factors for buildings in coastal areas such as considerations for multiple events, erosion, defining completely the hazards that will most likely be experienced, high wind design parameters and flood design parameters. The session will use many examples from past events, both good and bad, to illustrate appropriate design for coastal locations.
Class Size Limit: 30
Level: Basic ESFs: 3
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TS-R3. Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) – Organized by Lynn Daines
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This session will introduce the NFIP and its regulatory component from Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 60.3 (a) through (e) depending on the level of detail on the participating community’s flood insurance rate maps. It will also include a detailed discussion of the elevation certificate, which is used to document the elevation of the lowest floor of a structure in the special flood hazard area.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5, 14
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TS-R4. Public Assistance Reimbursement by the Experts – Organized by Laurie Feagans
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
With budgets getting smaller and smaller, can you afford not to get every penny that might be eligible for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance reimbursement? Do you understand how FEMA and your agency insurance need to be integrated? This training provides real-life examples that will give you the most up-to-date information about the Public Assistance Program from a user, State and FEMA perspective.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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TS-R5. Debris Removal – Organized by Necole Holton
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Grand Floridian F
Under a Presidential disaster declaration, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may provide assistance to state and local governments for costs associated with debris removal operations. Debris removal operations include collection, pick-up, hauling, and disposal at a temporary site, segregation, reduction and final disposal. This funding is available under the Public Assistance Program. This course will provide Introduction to the Coastal Damages Assessment Issues; General Recovery Strategy (IDAs, PDAs, PWs, Disaster Close-out); LiDAR Bathymetry & Determining Sand Volume– Data and Results; PDA Teams, Procedures & Goals; PW Project Formulation for “Greater-Area” Benefits; Recovery Implementation Issues, Interim Inspections & PW-versions; Disaster Close-out; Agency Coordination Issues; Pre-season PDA Training and Summary and Panel Discussions.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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TS-R6. United States Human Services Overview: Community Response Teams and Disaster Recovery – Organized by Carla Boyce
Tuesday, May 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This training session will be an overview of Human Services Programs. Topics will include: Federal, State and Local roles and responsibilities relating to activation and mobilization of Community Response Teams and Disaster Recovery Centers; and Communication and coordination during response and recovery operations with State, FEMA, Counties and Local Governments.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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TS-R7. Blueprint for Safety® Retrofit Training – Organized by Leslie Chapman-Henderson
Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
This training session will featuring the “Seven Things you Need to Know” regarding hurricane retrofits, the basis for the newly created $250 million My Safe Florida Home program. This newly updated training uses dynamic animation and photographic evidence to offer not only an understanding of these retrofitting techniques, but also step-by-step instructions for their implementation.
Class Size Limit: 50
Level: Basic ESFs: All
2008 WORKSHOPS
bold italics indicate advanced level workshop
Emergency Services
WS-E101. Mass Evacuation and Re-Entry (When – Where – Why – How)
WS-E102. United States Air Force and United States Coast Guard Capabilities in Search and Rescue
WS-E103. What’s New in Incident Management Team Development?
WS-E104. Hurricanes/Catastrophic Events and Correctional Facilities
WS-E105. Communications Interoperability – Mutual Aid Resources
WS-E106. ESF 16 Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Response
WS- E107. Implementing Florida Fire Chiefs’ Emergency Response Plan
WS-E108. Building a Successful Incident Command System (ICS) Training Team
WS-E109. United States National Grid (USNG) – Adoption, Implementation and Making it Multi-Discipline
WS-E110. Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) for Real World Emergency After Action Reports (AARs)
General
WS-G101. ESF 18 (Business, Industry and Economic Stabilization): Role in Preparation, Response and Recovery
WS-G102. Interpreting and Using Tropical Cyclone Products
WS-G103. Emergency Management Lessons and Challenges
WS-G104. Infamous Florida Hurricanes
WS-G105. GIS Technology
WS-G106. Local Storm Surge Considerations
WS-G107. Building Excellence Using the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP)
WS-G108. El Niño and La Niña: Scoundrels or Scapegoats?
WS-G109. Hurricane Education and the Zen of Communications
WS-G110. Employee Welfare
WS-G111. Lessons Learned From Our Past Storms
WS-G112. The Edge of Disaster
WS-G113. The Storm Recovery Solution – Overcoming Reluctance to Plan for Safety
WS-G114. HAZUS-MH and the Florida HAZUS User Group
WS-G115. Windstorm Related Exhibit at Innoventions at EPCOT®
WS-G116. Global Warming and Hurricanes
Human Services
WS-H101. Delivery of Disaster Behavioral Health Services to Affected Populations After Hurricanes
WS-H102. Sheltering People with Disabilities: Practical Solutions for Effective Collaborations – It’s Easier Than You Think!
WS-H103. Aiming at the Target Capabilities List
WS-H104. Use of Private Vendors for Mass Feeding in a Catastrophe
WS-H105. Long Term Psychological Impact of Natural Disasters on Responders
WS-H106. Shelter Databases: National, State and Local Coordination
WS-H107. Managing and Caring for the Large Pet Population During Disasters <br />
WS-H108. Feeding the Masses – Get the 411 on Disaster Kitchens
WS-H109. Tools and Tips to Serve People with Disabilities in Disaster - It’s Easier Than You Think!
WS-H110. Managing Those Pesky Furry Critters During Evacuations
WS-H111. Meeting Children’s Needs in Disaster Through Partnerships
WS-H112. New Initiatives and Collaborations for Shelters
WS-H113. Hurricane Experiences Among Older Adults: Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Preparedness and Response
Infrastructure
WS-I 101. International Code Council Storm Shelter Standard
WS-I 102. Responder Safety – Don’t Be a Victim
WS-I 103. Public Works Role as First Responder
WS-I 104. Weathering the Storms Together: Prepare, Restore, Recover
WS-I 105. Florida Disaster Notification Systems
WS-I 106. An Overview of Recent Mutual Aid Network Efforts in the Water
WS-I 107. You May Huff and You May Blow – Hardening Non-Profits CANCELLED
WS-I 108. South Florida’s Water Management District Has Resources!
WS-I 109. Florida Department of Transportation (DOT) Traffic Management System During Large Scale Evacuation
WS-I 110. Natural Hazard Design and Construction Criteria for EOCs
WS-I 111. National Communications System Priority Telecommunication Service and YOU!
WS-I 112. Hurricane Shelters … It’s Not Just Shutters
WS-I 113. Traffic Incident Management … A Faster Way to Get Traffic Flowing
WS-I 114. Infrastructure Update for House Bill 7121 Projects
Policy & Planning
WS-P101. Vulnerable Population Registry in Broward County: It’s Easier Than You Think!
WS-P102. Building a Disaster Operations Management Team
WS-P103. Regional Evacuation Toolbox
WS-P104. Are You Prepared? Planning for Resorts, Hotels and the Tourism Industry
WS-P105. Florida Division of Emergency Management Director’s Update
WS-P106. Using Technology in Disaster Education and Mitigation
WS-P107 Public Information During a Catastrophic Disaster: Florida Plans for the Big One
WS-P108. A School is Not Just a School
WS-P109. How to Advocate Your Government on Behalf of Disaster Management Issues
WS-P110. The A, B, Cs of the ADA for Emergency Managers: It’s Easier Than You Think!
WS-P111. All Hazards Continuity of Operations Planning
WS-P112. Developing National Incident Management System (NIMS) Compatible Plans for Volunteer Management
WS-P113. Establish and Manage County Points of Distribution – Lessons Learned
WS-P114. Catastrophic Planning: Identifying REQUIRED Capabilities & Unanticipated Resources
WS-P115. Catastrophic Planning: Host Community Issues & Impacts
WS-P116. Redefining the Coastal High Hazard Area – Are We There Yet?
WS-P117. Continuity of Operations (COOP) Planning for Law Enforcement
WS-P118. Caring for Vulnerable Elders and Disabled – A Template for Improved Emergency Preparedness Planning
WS-P119. Catastrophic Planning: Tribal & Rural Issues
WS-P120. National Incident Management System (NIMS) Implementation
WS-P121 Resilient Communities are Prepared Communities
WS-P122. Mission Management and Request
WS-P123. Making Assumptions in Evacuation Planning: The Science of Speculation
WS-P124. Show Me the Match! Leveraging Volunteers and Base Camps
Recovery
WS-R101. My Safe Florida Home Program
WS-R102. Inland Hurricane Hazards
WS-R103. Environmental Considerations in Disaster Recovery
WS-R104. LMS, HMGP, LGCP, PDRP, CEMP, CIP: The Alphabet Soup of Mitigation
WS-R105. Two Sides to Every Story: Media Impact on Public Perception of Disasters
WS-R106. Understanding Tropical Cyclone Uncertainties
WS-R107. Disaster Housing
WS-R108. Economic Stabilization/Post Disaster Redevelopment: Keys to Accelerate Recovery – What’s Your Community’s Plan?
Roundtables
WS-X101. Emergency Services Roundtable
WS-X102. Local Mitigation Strategy Roundtable
WS-X103. ESF 8 – Moving Forward with the System: A Unified Approach Roundtable
WS-X104. Pleased to Meet You: Getting Public Information Officers and Reporters Together Before the Storm Hits Roundtable
WS-X105. Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Roundtable: The Next Dozen Years
WS-X106. Emergency Preparedness for Business Roundtable
WS-X107. University and College Operational Emergency Management Roundtable
WS-X108. Florida Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (FLVOAD) Roundtable
WS-X109. Disabilities Roundtable
WS-X110. American Red Cross Roundtable
DESCRIPTIONS
Emergency Services
WS-E101. Mass Evacuation and Re-Entry (When – Where – Why – How) – Organized by Steve Williams
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop will cover the best and worst practices involved in mass evacuation. Although primarily for hurricane evacuation, these same principles may be applied in any mass evacuation and re-entry that may include hazardous materials release, flooding, or radioactive material release from a nuclear power plant. Learn from others’ successes as well as their mistakes and why advance planning is critical to your success.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 13, 14, 16
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WS-E102. United States Air Force (USAF) and United States Coast Guard (USCG) Capabilities in Search and Rescue – Organized by John Williamson
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop is designed to provide emergency management personnel with the search and rescue capabilities of the USAF 920th Rescue Wing at Patrick Air Force Base and the USCG in Savannah, Georgia. Information will be provided on the proper procedure for requesting military support and how the 920th Rescue Wing and USCG interact with local agencies before, during and after emergencies. Information on structure, available resources and operational characteristics will also be provided.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-E103. What’s New in Incident Management Team (IMT) Development? – Organized by Laurie Feagans
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
When your agency has been hit hard from a disaster and you need qualified staff to fill in, who are you going to call? Not the ghost busters! Come learn about the State’s effort to further develop field IMTs and Emergency Operations Centers Support IMTs. Area VI will also share lessons learned on developing a regional team. Is your agency thinking about creating an IMT? Come learn from best practices around the state.
Level: Basic ESFs: 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 16, EOC Command and Operations
WS-E104. Hurricanes/Catastrophic Events and Correctional Facilities – Organized by Steve Williams
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This workshop will address the issues facing correctional facilities during a hurricane or other catastrophic event, specifically state correctional institutions. The information provided will include planning, preparation and response that will assist other detention/correctional facilities in their planning process. Topics will include evacuation timing, evacuation process, transportation issues, logistical issues, staffing issues and sex offenders.
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 8, 9, 13, 16
WS-E105. Communications Interoperability – Mutual Aid Resources – Organized by Steve Williams
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This workshop will give participants an overview of the interoperable communications resources that have been deployed throughout the state. Discussion will include a brief overview of the many plans that affect how these systems are requested, deployed, managed and demobilized.
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 8, 9, 10, 13, 16
WS-E106. ESF 16 Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Response – Organized by Steve Williams
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This session will focus on ESF 16’s security role in supporting the USAR response. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will discuss its role in ESF 16 and how they partner with other law enforcement agencies during a USAR response. In addition, attendees will receive an in-depth presentation of the FWC’s manpower and equipment assets, and its disaster response capabilities, both before and after a disaster.
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 8, 9, 13, 16
WS-E107. Implementing Florida Fire Chiefs’ Emergency Response Plan – Organized by John Williamson
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association (FFCA) has one of the best disaster plans, if not the best, of any state. Learn how the plan is activated, the methodologies for resource deployment and what processes must occur to receive reimbursement. FFCA liaisons play a key role in interacting with disaster-impacted jurisdictions and in implementing the plan. Discover the critical role played by the liaison in effective disaster responses.
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 8, 9, 10, 16
WS-E108. Building a Successful Incident Command System (ICS) Training Team – Organized by Rebecca Cason
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Lake and Sumter Counties have partnered together to build a core group of ICS instructors from various backgrounds. This group has developed a system that ensures that new instructors succeed in a positive environment. Let us show you how to achieve great success and still maintain control of your team’s educational needs.
Level: Basic ESFs: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16
WS-E109. United States National Grid (USNG) – Adoption, Implementation and Making it Multi-Discipline – Organized by Carla Boyce
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
After action reviews for nearly every multi-jurisdictional response have consistently indicated the need for a uniform grid across the country to facilitate cross-discipline response operations including search and rescue, fire, EMS and law enforcement. The USNG was developed and adopted by the Federal Geographic Data Committee at the recommendation of FEMA to meet this need. It is compatible with the Military Grid Reference System (MGRS), which is used by the National Guard and the US Military – our largest force multiplier. This session will provide hands on familiarization with the use of the USNG, and provide guidance on steps necessary to adopt, implement and foster multi-discipline use of the USNG in state or local jurisdictions.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS -E110. Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) for Real World Emergency After Action Reports (AARs) – Organized by Tony Carper
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The HSEEP has evolved to become the comprehensive exercise AAR standard across the nation. Can it be used for both exercises and real world incident AARs? This workshop will introduce the new HSEEP and how it was incorporated in the development of a real world AAR. Hear how Lake County utilized the HSEEP to manage the Groundhog Day Tornadoes AAR.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
General
WS-G101. ESF 18 (Business, Industry and Economic Stabilization): Role in Preparation, Response and Recovery – Organized by Lori Vun Kannon
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop will present a general introduction to what ESF-18 is and how it operates at the state and local levels. Discussion will be held on how ESF-18 and other agencies can maximize infrastructure funding to promote long-term economic recovery.
Level: Basic ESFs: 18
WS-G102. Interpreting and Using Tropical Cyclone Products – Organized by Rob Molleda
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
A typical tropical cyclone advisory package contains a myriad of information that, while providing all the information needed to make informed decisions, can be quite time-consuming to digest. This workshop will aim to make the process of collecting and interpreting tropical cyclone products easier. We will explain how best to use some of the products, particularly the Hurricane Local Statements (text and graphic), Experimental Graphical Tropical Weather Outlooks and Wind Probabilities. We will also discuss the inclusion of derived expressions of uncertainty within standard National Weather Service (NWS) public and marine forecasts. Lastly, we will discuss the differences between products being produced by the National Hurricane Center and the individual NWS Weather Forecast Offices, as well as the appropriate usage of each source of information.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-G103. Emergency Management Lessons and Challenges – Organized by David Saniter
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
What affects have two relatively quiet hurricane seasons for Florida, and the consequences of legislative tax reform measures had on local government’s capability to foster and support a “culture of preparedness”? Sooner or later, we’ll be tested as in 2004. This workshop will examine public preparedness expectations and discuss how local governments must “morph” to successfully meet these public expectations.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
WS-G104. Infamous Florida Hurricanes – Organized by Rob Molleda
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop will examine three past storms which affected Florida, with particular attention being placed on their tracks, statistics and impacts. We will look at two historic hurricanes and one tropical storm that, despite its relatively low winds, produced a significant impact. This workshop will cover basic aspects of tropical meteorology with only limited technical discussion and terminology used. The general purpose of this workshop is two-fold: 1) to educate attendees on Florida’s extensive hurricane history, and 2) to use our past experiences as a way to become better informed and prepared for future tropical storms and hurricanes.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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WS-G105. Geographic Information System (GIS) Technology – Organized by Michael Battaglia
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon Grand Floridian D
The benefits of GIS technology to efficient management became apparent during the hurricanes of 2004 and 2005. Since those disasters, GIS technology has advanced significantly and the utilization of that technology has been dramatically refined. In addition, the marriage of GIS with Geographic Positioning System (GPS) and remotely sensed data has expanded the relevance of the technology. In the context of disaster response, the use of this technology is no longer only applicable to generating maps and identifying potential hazards. It has also become an extremely useful tool in risk analysis, long term recovery, planning and response. This workshop will address how GIS was utilized in the 2004 and 2005 storms to assist in the long-term recovery of Lee County and how GIS is now being used for planning and mitigation.
WS-G106. Local Storm Surge Considerations – Organized by Al Sandrik
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This workshop will cover local factors which impact storm surge values such as coastal shape, bathymetry, bays, estuary systems and inlets. The discussion will cover storm surge theory on a local level as well as recent events were Florida coastal features have significantly modified storm surge. The workshop will conclude with an update on the Sea, Lake and Overland Surges in Hurricanes (SLOSH) storm surge model update for the state.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-G107. Building Excellence Using the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) – Organized by Harold Joyner
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This presentation will provide a brief overview of EMAP and include information for workshop participants on how the EMAP staff can help them take the next steps toward program assessment and accreditation. This session will also address other agencies’ experiences, best practices and actions to enhance program capabilities.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5
WS-G108. El Niño and La Niña: Scoundrels or Scapegoats? – Organized by Steve Letro
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This workshop will present a scientific discussion of the perceptions and realities of the El Niño and La Niña phenomena, focusing on their influence on Atlantic hurricane frequency, area of origin, strength and path. The basics of these events will be examined including their frequency, duration, magnitude and variation in effects on and interaction with other global atmospheric and oceanic patterns.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
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WS-G109. Hurricane Education and the Zen of Communications – Organized by Betti Johnson
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Study after study indicates that a well-educated public is better prepared to weather the effects of a hurricane. But, with the many responsibilities and distractions that come with everyday life, how can you get your audience to pay attention to this potentially life-saving information? This workshop will help you take a creative - and somewhat offbeat - new tack to your hurricane preparedness messaging and make your public education blow your audience away. By using all of the tools available, your message will attract more attention and have more media appeal.
Level: Basic ESFs: 14
WS-G110. Employee Welfare – Organized by Bill Johnson
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The most valuable asset every company and agency has is its employees. Just as we expect our employees to be there for us in a disaster, we need to be there for them. An Employee Welfare Plan addresses ways the organization may be able to assist their employees before, during and after a disaster. The Employee Welfare Plan is not meant to replace personal preparedness but rather to provide assistance to employees when the disaster causes incredible hardships. This workshop will review the essential elements of an Employee Welfare Plan.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-G111. Lessons Learned From Our Past Storms – Organized by Laurie Feagans
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Have we really learned anything from inland storms, tornados and hurricanes? Local experts will share their lessons learned from Hurricane Wilma, the Groundhog Day Tornado and the active 2004 Hurricane Season. These dynamic presenters will share how their emergency programs have changed or not, what obstacles they faced and what you need to know before you experience the next killer storm.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-G112. The Edge of Disaster – Organized by Steve Letro
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This workshop will examine the unique problems faced by communities facing indirect impacts from tropical cyclones. The uncertainties regarding these threats will be discussed including the range of possibilities from a meteorological standpoint, as well as the challenges that are faced by the emergency management and disaster response community including not only the impacts in their areas, but the problems arising from the need to simultaneously support neighboring communities more seriously and directly impacted.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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WS-G113. The Storm Recovery Solution – Overcoming Reluctance to Plan for Safety – Organized by Michael Battaglia
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Grand Floridian F
This interactive workshop will demonstrate how beneficial behavioral change can be instilled for positive compliance and action in commitment to a storm plan for families, communities, associations, employees and individuals who speak English as a second language. Effective ways to reach and safeguard tourists caught unaware will also be addressed. Attendees will be shown how to support and defuse people that have become difficult as a result of displaced daily routines and sleep deprivation in the aftermath of a hurricane. Examples will be given of cognitive, reality-based humor role-playing that can easily be performed at work and in public forums that will enable participants to incorporate upbeat techniques that restore morale and productivity.
evel: Basic ESFs: All
WS-G114. HAZUS-MH and the Florida HAZUS User Group – Organized by Richard Butgereit
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Hazards in the U.S-Multi-Hazard (HAZUS-MH) is the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) software package for estimating potential losses from natural disasters. The software is built upon the (Environmental Research Systems Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS platform and allows users to analyze, map and report damage and loss estimates for hurricane winds, coastal and river flooding and earthquakes. HAZUS uses Geographic Information System (GIS) to combine nationwide datasets with loss estimation and risk assessment methodologies to estimate impacts of disasters, including physical damage, economic losses and social impacts. HAZUS can be used as a component of emergency planning, including mitigation planning, and can also be used as an operational tool to assist in managing response and recovery efforts. The Florida HAZUS User Group was formed to help users from differing organizations and backgrounds better utilize the tools available in HAZUS. The group provides technical support and training and promotes HAZUS outreach efforts by the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management and FEMA. The group represents over 100 GIS and emergency management professionals from local, regional and state government agencies, as well as private sector companies.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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WS-G115. Windstorm Related Exhibit at Innoventions at EPCOT® – Organized by Leslie Chapman-Henderson
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Scheduled to open in the Fall of 2008, this interactive experience will share with millions of visitors annually what it might feel like to personally experience a severe windstorm such as a hurricane and also learn more about weather risks, home strengthening techniques and tested and approved home strengthening products. Sponsors of the exhibit will discuss the partnerships that are bringing this experience to life as well as its educational potential.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-G116. Global Warming and Hurricanes – Organized by Al Sandrik
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Recently, the important question of whether global warming is having an impact on hurricane activity has become major topic of conversation and one which affects a broad range of national interests from national decision makers through local emergency management professionals and down to the average homeowner. We are pleased to present two of our nations leading scientists, in the fields of tropical cyclone history and global warming, to present the case both for and against a global warming’s impact on ongoing and future hurricane activity. Ample time will be allotted to the audience for a question and answer session following the presentations.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
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Human Services
WS-H101. Delivery of Disaster Behavioral Health Services to Affected Populations After Hurricanes – Organized by Victoria Parsons
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Florida Department of Children and Families and the University of South Florida will report the successes and problems encountered in delivering federally funded behavioral health intervention to distressed Floridians after the 2004 and 2005 Hurricane Seasons. New psychological interventions and approaches to enhance delivery of disaster behavioral health services will be described.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 8
WS-H102. Sheltering People with Disabilities: Practical Solutions for Effective Collaborations - It’s Easier Than You Think! – Organized by Cicero Hartsfield
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This session will feature a panel of participants of the pilot project that was initiated in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties. While the project’s goal was to better educate shelter staff and volunteers on how to prepare for and serve people with disabilities in a public shelter environment, the collaboration between county emergency management, the American Red Cross, Centers for Independent Living and other community stakeholders was vital to the project’s success. A “Tool Kit”, developed to assist other communities to replicate this collaborative effort, will be available for review.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-H103. Aiming at the Target Capabilities List – Organized by Cicero Hartsfield
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Learn how ESF 15 (volunteers and donations) is closing the gap between current volunteers and donations capabilities and the targets set by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the Target Capabilities List. Presenters will showcase critical tasks accomplished and those still in the crosshairs of the nation’s most advanced program for the management of disaster volunteers and donations.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 6, 11, 15, 17, 18
WS-H104. Use of Private Vendors for Mass Feeding in a Catastrophe – Organized by Iñaki Rezola
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
In a catastrophic event, the supply of shelf stable meals and hot food produced from field kitchens may not meet the demand for feeding. The acquisition, transportation and delivery of meals from private vendors may be required. The management and logistics of such an operation may require skills that are not normally practiced by mass care personnel. This workshop will look at the issues involved in planning for and coordinating such an operation at the state and local levels.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 11
WS-H105. Long Term Psychological Impact of Natural Disasters on Responders – Organized by Victoria Parsons
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This presentation will highlight the impact of disasters on those that serve to manage and respond to an incident. It has been a long held belief that somehow workers are immune from the devastation and destruction that occurs with disasters but, in fact, everyone is in some way influenced by the experience. Research findings on disaster workers will be reviewed and ways of preparing, responding and recovering from deployments will be discussed. Objectives include identifying signs and signals of stress reactions on deployment, ways to increase resiliency of disaster workers and learn research findings of residual negative effects of disaster work
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-H106. Shelter Databases: National, State and Local Coordination – Organized by Karen Hagan
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
From the National Shelter System database managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the American Red Cross, to Florida’s statewide database, to local systems – how can we best track and communicate sheltering activity before and during a hurricane event? This workshop will highlight existing systems and the types of shelters tracked, discuss future activities and systems and explore opportunities for coordination and compatibility.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5, 6, 8, 15, 17
WS-H107. Managing and Caring for the Large Pet Population During Disasters – Organized by Laurie Feagans
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hurricane Katrina not only wiped out homes and businesses, it also killed hundreds of horses, cows and other ranch animals. What kind of issues did the communities face? How can you help livestock owners prepare for hurricanes? Real experiences and ideas will be shared by people who worked on the animal rescue teams to help you with your large animal disaster plans.
Level: Basic ESFs: 8, 17, EOC Command, Operations and Recovery
WS-H108. Feeding the Masses – Get the 411 on Disaster Kitchens – Organized by Iñaki Rezola
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
If you have ever wondered about cooking lunch for several thousand of your closest friends this is the workshop to attend. The workshop will focus on Mass Feeding Kitchens, in particular how to plan, support and implement them. It will be a moderator lead panel discussion with participation from the American Red Cross, Salvation Army and Southern Baptist Convention. So if you want to learn how to set up a mobile/temporary disaster field kitchen in your community you should attend!
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 11
WS-H109. Tools and Tips to Serve People with Disabilities in Disaster - It’s Easier Than You Think! – Organized by Julia Kates
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
In a disaster, how can warning information be conveyed to people who are deaf? What is needed to assist wheelchair users to exit a multi-story building if power is down? Who has access to equipment and devices to assist people with disabilities? Come to this workshop and learn simple and effective solutions to these and other emergency management challenges. A demonstration and discussion of assistive technology and equipment loan programs will assist emergency managers with both planning for and serving people with disabilities in all phases of disaster.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8. 9. 11, 14, 15, 16, 17
WS-H110. Managing Those Pesky Furry Critters During Evacuations – Organized by Laurie Feagans
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Do you have a viable small pet sheltering plan for general population shelters and special needs shelters? If not, this workshop is for you. Pet sheltering plans and best practices will be shared from agencies who have accomplished this task. This workshop will also provide time to address all of your questions.
Level: Basic ESFs: 17, 18, EOC Command, Operations, Recovery
WS-H111. Meeting Children’s Needs in Disaster Through Partnerships – Organized by John Wilson
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Save the Children, the American Red Cross and Children’s Disaster Services have entered into a formal agreement to provide a safe environment for children in shelters. Kits have been pre-positioned in disaster prone areas and volunteers are being trained to care for children in these “Safe Spaces”. This workshop will present the program to emergency managers, shelter managers and recovery center managers.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5, 6
Download the presentation (Part 2)
WS-H112. New Initiatives and Collaborations for Shelters – Organized by Iñaki Rezola
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This workshop will explore the various types of hurricane shelters (public, pet, special needs, etc.); responsibilities of lead agencies; new initiatives in sheltering; partnering opportunities for community, faith-based and business organizations; and how to avoid the pitfalls of shelter operations. Topics discussed will include new strategies in collaborative sheltering, the integration of untapped community resources and statewide initiatives to increase sheltering capacity in Florida.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 8, 11, 15, 17, 18
WS-H113. Hurricane Experiences Among Older Adults: Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Preparedness and Response – Organized by Victoria ParsonsFriday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This workshop will address two topics. The first is an overview of personal and community preparedness issues among older adults and the elderly, including the vulnerabilities of older adults in disaster situations, personal preparedness for seniors, and community preparedness and response actions that can improve outcomes for this population. The second part of the workshop is a qualitative examination of the hurricane experiences of older adults in Florida, with an emphasis on barriers to preparedness and response.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 5, 6, 8, 9, 13
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3)
Infrastructure
WS-I 101. International Code Council (ICC) Storm Shelter Standard – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The ICC and National Storm Shelter Association (NSSA) have cooperatively developed a standard for design, construction and performance of tornado and hurricane shelters. The standard will include both structural criteria, such as wind design and debris impact, and non-structural features, like emergency power, water, sanitation and ventilation. The standard is scheduled to be published in 2008. This presentation will provide the audience a general overview of the standard and its application to residential and community shelters.
Level: Basic ESFs: 3, 5, 6, 8, 14, Recovery/Mitigation
WS-I 102. Responder Safety – Don’t Be a Victim – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Each year thousands of responders are injured, many of those injuries are caused by roadway/roadside incidents. This workshop will provide information on safety procedures that, when followed, can lessen a responder’s chances of being injured. Personal safety equipment, vehicle safety and incident scene safety will be discussed.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-I 103. Public Works Role as First Responder – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This workshop will focus on the role of local public works agencies as first responders. Public works agencies’ emergency response includes, but is not limited to: flood control, sandbag operations, fuel operations, staging areas (utility companies, fire-rescue and law enforcement), and signaling and signage restoration. This workshop will include Seminole County Public Works’ emergency response procedures with the cooperation of each of their seven municipalities.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-I 104. Weathering the Storms Together: Prepare, Restore, Recover – Organized by Harold Joyner
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This session will provide an insider’s look at the utility’s efforts to restore service following a hurricane or tropical weather event. Specifically, county managers, public works officials and emergency managers will learn about the latest infrastructure initiatives, restoration of power priorities, recovery plans and communications efforts.
Level: Basic ESFs: 3, 5, 14, Recovery
WS-I 105. Florida Disaster Notification Systems – Organized by John Williamson
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This workshop will explore the different methods of disaster notification. It will include a brief history of weather notification devices and current technology in recognizing weather related events. It will identify options for alerting citizens of impending severe weather. Fire chiefs from Central Florida will discuss systems they have in place and their functionality. The State of Florida Health Alert Network Coordinator will discuss the State Department of Health Emergency Notification System.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-I 106. An Overview of Recent Mutual Aid Network Efforts in the Water Sector – Organized by Bill Johnson
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Despite the existence of available resources and the strong willingness of water and wastewater systems to assist their impacted counterparts, mutual aid and assistance does not occur effortlessly and seamlessly. Many water and wastewater agencies and organizations, including American Waterworks Association (AWWA), have worked together to improve intrastate and interstate mutual aid and assistance opportunities. This collaborative effort has produced many advancements in mutual aid and assistance networks between water and wastewater systems, particularly the recent inception of Water and Wastewater Agency Response Networks (WARNs) in many states. WARNs and other mutual aid and assistance enhancements have provided the organization and framework for the timely provision of mutual aid and assistance within the water sector. This session will provide an overview of the development of the WARNs, the AWWA Resource Typing Manual for Water Sector Mutual Aid and Assistance and other recent water sector mutual aid initiatives which are relevant to all critical infrastructure sectors.
Level: Basic ESFs: 3
WS-I 107. You May Huff and You May Blow – Hardening Non-Profits – Organized by Iñaki Rezola CANCELLED
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This workshop will look at how several American Red Cross chapters (and other non-profits) are looking to or have built or hardened their buildings to be hurricane resistant. Speakers will explain how these agencies are taking their ideas from concept, through development, funding and finally construction.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5, 6, 11, 15
WS-I 108. South Florida’s Water Management District Has Resources! – Organized by Harold Joyner
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Known as one of the largest public works and engineering entities in the United States, this regional agency is also recognized for its emergency management program and response and recovery capabilities. Often referred to as the “68th” emergency management program in the state, South Florida Water Management resources provide tremendous capabilities to the State Emergency Response Team. Participants of this workshop will be introduced to the District’s capabilities and its focus on preparing for a catastrophic event.
Level: Basic ESFs: All, Recovery/Mitigation
WS-I 109. Florida Department of Transportation (DOT) Traffic Management System During Large Scale Evacuation – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
During the 2004 and 2005 Hurricane Seasons many Floridians were forced to evacuate due to an unprecedented eight storms that impacted our state. These large-scale evacuations require an enormous amount of coordination, support and resources to move our citizens to safety. In this workshop you will learn about the stakeholders involved in this process, the methodology of the DOT for traffic management and the role the Department plays in this effort.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-I 110. Natural Hazard Design and Construction Criteria for Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This workshop will present high performance natural hazard design criteria that can be used for design and construction of EOCs. The natural hazards presented will include hurricane, tornado, rainfall, inland flooding and storm surge. The workshop will include performance expectations or objectives, extreme event design basis and applicable design standards that can be used to achieve high performance (e.g., US Department of Energy 1020, International Code Council 500 and Federal Emergency Management Agency 361).
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 14, Recovery/Mitigation
WS-I 111. National Communications System Priority Telecommunication Service and YOU! – Organized by John Wilson
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop will provide an overview of the National Communications System (NCS), the Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS), the Wireless Priority Service (WPS), the Telecommunications Service Priority (TSP) and planning considerations for the Priority Telecommunication Services. Recent improvements in statewide communication networks will also be presented.
Level: Basic ESFs: 2, 5
WS-I 112. Hurricane Shelters … It’s Not Just Shutters – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Hurricane shelters and most other types of critical facilities have historically been designed and constructed to meet minimum building codes. In recent years, higher performance codes, standards and “best practice” guidelines have been used to improve both hurricane-resistance and operational capabilities of public hurricane shelters. Federal and state practices and grants are also encouraging higher performance expectations. This workshop will provide an overview of the current building codes and standards that apply to public hurricane shelters and their respective real-world application to local hurricane shelter inventories.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 14, 16, Recovery/Mitigation
WS-I 113. Traffic Incident Management…A Faster Way to Get Traffic Flowing – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
We’ve all been there with an accident in front us and traffic piling up behind us or something else has blocked our path home. Traffic incident management teams are a growing part of the landscape in many areas. During this workshop you will learn about Traffic Incident Management teams, who they are, what they do and how they help clear incidents to relieve congestion and lessen the probability of secondary crashes.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-I 114. Infrastructure Update for House Bill 7121 Projects – Organized by Danny Kilcollins
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Florida's 2006 Legislature through House Bill 7121 appropriated more than $112 million to construct or improve certain local critical facilities that are essential to preparation, response and recovery from major hurricanes. The appropriation includes almost $53 million for Special Needs Shelter generator installations, $15 million for hurricane shelter enhancement and retrofits and $45 million to construct or improve local emergency operations centers. This is an unprecedented and very challenging project. This workshop will provide an overview of the projects, methods being used for implementation and discuss lessons learned.
Level: Basic ESFs: 3, 5, 6, 8, 14, Recovery/Mitigation
Policy/Planning
WS-P101. Vulnerable Population Registry in Broward County: It’s Easier Than You Think! – Organized by Julia Kates
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Learn how to set up a registry of persons with disabilities, the elderly and other vulnerable individuals in order to plan, alert and respond in a disaster. Issues covered will include: collaborating with local cities, human services staff, information technology staff and the disability community; identifying data elements; and using the data to plan, alert and respond to vulnerable individuals throughout a disaster.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17
WS-P102. Building a Disaster Operations Management Team – Organized by Paige Cauthron
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop is designed to strengthen the leadership and management of community and faith-based organizations as it pertains to disaster response and recovery. Building an effective management team of volunteers to guide a church or non-profit organization through a disaster response is a critical component of a successful response. The workshop will highlight successful models which have been utilized in Florida.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 15
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3)
WS-P103. Regional Evacuation Toolbox – Organized by Carla Boyce
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Updates to all eleven of Florida’s Regional Evacuation Studies are well underway. Significant effort has been invested to ensure consistency in methodology, format, form and content for all studies. Additionally, each updated study will begin a journey toward an all hazards approach by discussing three types of evacuations from a regional perspective – notice (tropical events), short-notice (wildfires), and no-notice (hazmat). Workshop participants will get an update on study progress and introduced to the “toolbox” concept designed to allow emergency managers to assess impacts of change in their communities on evacuations.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P104. Are You Prepared? Planning for Resorts, Hotels and the Tourism Industry – Organized by David Saniter
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
In the state with 1,197 miles of coastline, and approximately 4,500 islands it is important for the hotels and resorts located in coastal/island communities, and the tourism base in those communities to be prepared. In the event of an evacuation, tourists, hotel and resort guests, residents and large numbers of employees must be moved to safety quickly. This workshop will cover planning for resorts, hotels and tourism.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 5, 14
WS-P105. Florida Division of Emergency Management Director’s Update – Organized by David Halstead
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The State Director and the Deputy Director for the Florida Division of Emergency Management (DEM) will discuss and outline new policy changes and challenges as we approach the 2008 Hurricane Season. The presenters will also outline DEM goals for the 2008 Hurricane Season.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
WS-P106. Using Technology in Disaster Preparedness – Organized by Paige Cauthron
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Room 316
This workshop will highlight different successful technological tools the American Red Cross uses to get individuals, families, volunteers and chapters better prepared for disasters. Numerous Red Cross chapters have developed high-tech ways of preparing their communities for the inevitable. During this workshop, you’ll explore different successful initiatives with your Red Cross panel.
Level: Basic ESFs: 2, 6, 8, 16WS-P107 Public Information During a Catastrophic Disaster: Florida Plans for the Big One – Organized by Carla Boyce
Florida is certainly no stranger to large-scale incidents: brush fires, tornadoes, floods and, of course, hurricanes. But are we prepared for the Big One. How will we keep the public and the media informed when the traditional methods of communication fail? This is not your father’s hurricane. Learn how the State Public Information Officer (PIO) Deployment Team plans to manage public and the media information during a state-wide crisis and how all PIOs play a key role in that plan.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P108. A School is Not Just a School – Organized by Ed Kessler
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
In disaster, most school districts are simply considered a place to provide emergency shelter for the masses. Your local school district may be a hidden gem waiting to be asked for help. Today’s school districts have more resources than many small communities. They are becoming more self sufficient and can often redirect some resources to assist other agencies when needed. This session will provide a few examples of how a local school district can partner with the local emergency management community to restore order.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P109. How to Advocate Your Government on Behalf of Disaster Management Issues – Organized by John Wilson
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
If you believe that disaster management is on the front burner of elected officials minds just because it’s the beginning of hurricane season, think again! From City Hall to the Halls of Congress, advocating your issues involves a relations building process that is crucial to assuring proper awareness of hurricane related issues. This workshop will focus on how to build business relationships with elected officials who have the vote and influence on disaster management issues and funding. Topics to be covered include an overview of representative government as it impacts your business, effective ways to communicate with your elected officials and how to establish a recognition process for those receptive to your issues.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P110. The A, B, Cs of the American Disabilities Act (ADA) for Emergency Managers - It’s Easier Than You Think! – Organized by Julia Kates
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Learn how to make compliance under the ADA simple and easier than you think! In August of 2007 the Department of Justice (DOJ) released clarifying documents in the area of emergency management to assist local communities in their effort to comply with the ADA in serving people with disabilities. DOJ guidelines will be reviewed and discussed which will include the following: ADA Checklist for Emergency Shelters, An ADA Guide for Local Governments: Making Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs Accessible to People with Disabilities; plus more.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P111. All Hazards Continuity of Operations (COOP) Planning – Organized by Carla Boyce
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Identifying mission-critical services is a critical first step to a viable COOP Planning process. Restoring information technology services is vital to most all of the work done in any office. In order for COOP to function effectively, these two processes must be mutually supporting. The Florida Department of Health has developed a worksheet to match critical services with their supporting applications. A panel of experts will facilitate participants through this process for their own agencies.
Level: Basic ESFs: Plans, Logistics, Technical Services
WS-P112. Developing National Incident Management System (NIMS) Compatible Plans for Volunteer Management – Organized by Cicero Hartsfield
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
To effectively engage volunteers in response and recovery, volunteer management must be a planning and policy matter for county emergency managers, elected officials, government and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). ESF 15 planners will provide tips and tools for using the Target Capabilities List to plan public messaging, risk management, volunteer safety, credentialing and basic needs. Join interactive exchange of successes and concerns.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 11, 15, 17, 18
WS-P113. Establish and Manage County Points of Distribution – Lessons LearnedOrganized by David Saniter
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This workshop will review techniques for the establishment of county Points of Distribution. Topics will include site selection, layout, staffing,, traffic flow and demobilization. How many? - What size? - and Where? Speakers will discuss lessons learned during 2004 and 2005.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 18
WS-P114. Catastrophic Planning: Identifying REQUIRED Capabilities & Unanticipated Resources – Organized by Carla Boyce
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This workshop will provide a “hands-on” environment designed to allow participants to use scenario-based planning techniques that promote the identification of REQUIRED capabilities. Based on one or more scenarios, workshop attendees will participate in operational planning activities related to use of existing inventories, meeting resource shortfalls and utilizing unexpected resources like survivors, spontaneous volunteers and the private sector.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P115. Catastrophic Planning: Host Community Issues & Impacts – Organized by Carla Boyce
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
As a result of Florida’s Catastrophic Planning project involving a Category 5 hurricane which makes landfall 35 miles north of Miami, with over six million citizens impacted by this scenario, Florida’s Catastrophic Plan identifies the need to use “host communities” potentially including out of state communities. Workshop participants will engage in an interactive session to further define issues, impacts and needs as well as propose procedures or policies to address them.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P116. Redefining the Coastal High Hazard Area – Are We There Yet? – Organized by John Wilson
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
In 2006, Florida law required local governments by July 1, 2008 to update their comprehensive plans to redefine the coastal high hazard area, adopt a hurricane evacuation and shelter time standard for a Category 5 hurricane and develop regulations to mitigate identified evacuation and shelter impacts of new development. This workshop will discuss the progress to date on meeting this mandate and the challenges currently facing local governments in addressing this initiative.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5
WS-P117. Continuity of Operations (COOP) Planning for Law Enforcement – Organized by Steve Williams
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
What would happen if your agency’s main facility was destroyed or severely damaged during a disaster? Two local law enforcement agencies will discuss what happened to them, how they developed their COOP and some of the special challenges faced by a law enforcement agency.
Level: Basic ESFs: 4, 8. 9. 13, 16
WS-P118. Caring for Vulnerable Elders and Disabled – A Template for Improved Emergency Preparedness Planning – Organized by Victoria Parsons
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Disaster mitigation and preparedness require ongoing planning and cooperative relationship building in local communities and by state efforts. The threat of hurricanes and other disasters in certain areas with large aging populations is a major concern for public policy advocates. Many challenges remain in ensuring the political desire to engage in disaster preparedness planning for good evacuation or sheltering in place decision-making; Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance concerns with information tracking of frail elders; transportation uncertainties; inequities in disaster-related federal/state reimbursement policies; and the economic impact across communities with the U.S. Stafford Act limitations for providers such as nursing homes. Session participants will address these areas with the presentation of a new John Hartford Foundation/FHCA/USF supported computer template for long term care facilities to develop a disaster plan that incorporates the federal and state Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) elements.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 6, 8
WS-P119. Catastrophic Planning: Tribal & Rural Issues – Organized by Carla Boyce
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Emergency management programs in rural areas tend to have unique cultural, funding and/or staffing issues related to all areas of disaster management. This workshop will examine these unique issues, discuss impacts specific to inland, rural and tribal communities and begin to categorize steps forward to a regionally-based catastrophic plan.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-P120. National Incident Management System (NIMS) Implementation – Organized by David Halstead
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This workshop will focus on the following topics as related to NIMS Implementation: Revised NIMS Document; 5-Year NIMS Training Plan; Fiscal Year (FY)08 NIMS State/Local Compliance Activities; FY08 NIMS Reporting Requirements; Reporting Data Results from FY07; Compliance Monitoring in FY08 for FY07; Implementation of the NIMS National Credentialing Program and NIMS Best Practice Discussion.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
WS-P121. Resilient Communities are Prepared Communities – Organized by John Wilson
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This four-person panel will discuss blending social, environmental, infrastructural and economic initiatives to speed community recovery from major impacts, based on the work of the Governor’s Gulf of Mexico Alliance. In particular, we will look at the work of the Community Resilience workgroup is doing in coastal areas along the Gulf of Mexico and practical methods to link that work to the work of emergency management. Through presentations and discussion, we will also try to engage participants in ways to think about the resilience of their own community to impacts ranging from storms to pandemic disease to climate change.
Level: Basic ESFs: 1, 3, 5, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18
WS-P122. Mission Management and Request – Organized by Chadwick Smith
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This workshop will provide an overview on the functions and uses of Emergency Management (EM) Constellation as a management and tracking tool. It will explain how to enter resource requests and how to disseminate information using EM Constellation. It will also give detailed information as to how the mission request should be titled, what information needs to be included in the body of the request and the proper way to submit a request. Included in the workshop discussion will be effective use of EM Constellation from a local perspective.
Level: Basic ESFs: 5
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) (Part 6) (Part 7) (Part 8)
WS-P123. Making Assumptions in Evacuation Planning: The Science of Speculation – Organized by Betti Johnson
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Nowhere is the identification of appropriate planning assumptions more critical than in the development of evacuation plans. Decades of research have sought to clarify the behavioral response of our citizens when faced with a hurricane threat and evacuation order. Their response is varied by their perceptions, experiences, demographics and the obstacles they may face. The statewide regional evacuation study has concluded a statewide behavioral survey and is currently simulating regional evacuation scenarios. What are the overall patterns in the survey data? Have the behavioral trends changed since previous studies? Most importantly, what are the options in deriving the planning assumptions we will use in this current evacuation study? Do we model a typical vs. worst case response or something in between? How do the actions of emergency management officials affect behavior? How will these planning assumptions affect the plans we make?
Level: Basic ESFs: 6
WS-P124. Show Me the Match! Leveraging Volunteers and Base Camps – Organized by Cicero Hartsfield
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Get the story on the Groundhog Day Tornado Volunteer Base Camp from those who made it happen! Learn how to maximize nongovernmental organizations involvement, coordinate mission assignments and document volunteer activities as local match. Volunteers and voluntary agencies WILL COME! Planning now to use them effectively will save you substantial money, time and energy.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6, 11, 15, 17, 18, local/county officials
Download the presentation (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4)
Recovery/Mitigation
WS-R101. My Safe Florida Home Program – Organized by Cicero Hartsfield
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Given in partnership with the Department of Financial Services and the Volunteer Florida Foundation, this workshop will review the “My Safe Florida Home Program” including the program’s structure and the successes in the first two years of implementation and strategies for the third year of the program.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-R102. Inland Hurricane Hazards – Organized by Daniel Noah
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Storm surge and beach erosion receive a lot of press during a hurricane, but what about the inland dangers? Feeder band tornadoes can rip along at 50 miles per hour and fresh water flooding can slice through roads. Winds from the eye wall can carve out a path of destruction from 10 to 50 miles wide, hampering rescue efforts and knocking out power for weeks. Public response to an approaching storm can jam roads. Many people in manufactured homes choose to stay and face the storm, putting themselves and their family at risk while others in relatively safe structures choose to evacuate. The 2004 and 2005 Hurricane Seasons in Florida significantly increased the amount of dead fuels in forested pockets across the state. This combined with drought conditions will increase the wild fire risk for many years after the hurricanes struck. Come to this workshop to learn about these dangers and to receive suggestions on how to mitigate inland hurricane hazards.
Level: Basic ESFs: 3, 7, 9, 11, 14
Download the presentation (Part 2)
WS-R103. Environmental Considerations in Disaster Recovery – Organized by Bill Johnson
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Often an afterthought, environmental contamination can complicate cleanup efforts and increase the challenges for communities trying to recover. This presentation will briefly describe how contamination can enter and persist in an ecosystem and then cross the environment-human interface as the result of flooding and storm surge. The discussion will then turn to the policy and resource needs to be addressed before and after a hurricane.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-R104. LMS, HMGP, LGCP, PDRP, CEMP, CIP: The Alphabet Soup of Mitigation – Organized by Betti Johnson
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) is your primary tool to implement your mitigation initiatives in the community by identifying your risks, priorities, projects and funding strategies. Maintaining this important document, keeping it current and consistent with federal and state directives, and tying it together with other planning documents including the CEMP, LGCP (local government comprehensive plans) the PDRP (Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan)and the CIP (capital improvement plans) will position your community to obtain and direct funds prior to and after a disaster like HMGP. This workshop focuses on upcoming changes at the Federal and State level, as well as innovative programs and partnerships in successful communities.
Level: Basic ESFs: 6
WS-R105. Two Sides to Every Story: Media Impact on Public Perception of Disasters – Organized by Leslie Chapman-Henderson
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Was the evacuation of New Orleans ahead of Hurricane Katrina a dismal failure or an unprecedented success? Were the people who lost their homes in last year’s record-breaking wildfire season helpless victims of natural disaster? Was Florida unprepared to meet the needs of its citizens following Hurricane Wilma? It all depends on who you ask. In this panel, members of the media will join emergency response agency Public Information Officers (PIOs) and journalism scholars to explore the sometimes tumultuous, always interesting partnership between those who work to mitigate and respond to disasters and the media that cover disasters.
Level: Basic ESFs: All
WS-R106. Understanding Tropical Cyclone Uncertainties – Organized by Daniel Noah
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This session will examine the many uncertainties associated with tropical cyclones that occur due to their continually changing characteristics in space and time. The effects of these uncertainties on the forecast and warning process will be discussed, including their effect on public perception of that information. Reasons for uncertainties in computer models will be explained, particularly the more volatile aspects including rapid intensification. Different ways that Hurricane Specialists at the National Hurricane Center in Miami use their experience to overcome these great uncertainties will also be examined. The workshop will also examine the many uncertainties inherent in seasonal hurricane forecasts and why they occur. The goal of the workshop is to provide a better understanding of tropical cyclone uncertainties in order to create more informed decisions in the short and long terms.
Level: Basic ESFs: 3, 7, 9, 11, 14
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WS-R107. Disaster Housing – Organized by Carla Boyce
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The disaster housing mission has been one of the most challenging and controversial tasks faced by federal, state and local governments and the emergency management agencies that serve them. A major difficulty has been the building of a consensus among all the stakeholders on what the scale and scope of the housing mission should be, what approach and timeframe would be utilized, and what and how resources (especially non-FEMA) could be brought in to support the mission. As the State of Florida continues to prepare for the next disaster, concise operational disaster housing plans and strategies are essential to ensure a speedy and effective recovery. This workshop will address efforts already underway and the continued development of plans or strategies designed for use by stakeholders charged with the mission of retaining displaced persons after disasters and coordinating the key stakeholders’ efforts.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 1, 3, 6, 11, 12, 15, 17, 18
WS-R108. Economic Stabilization/Post Disaster Redevelopment: Keys to Accelerate Recovery – What’s Your Community’s Plan? – Organized by Carla Boyce
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Lessons learned from disasters of all sizes demonstrate the key role economic stabilization plays in ensuring an expedient recovery. Additionally, comprehensive post disaster redevelopment planning can help communities turn consequences into opportunities. Combined they form powerful tools that can mitigate long term economic loss kick-starting recovery before the response phase is even concluded. This workshop will investigate the positive impacts both activities can have on a community and highlight efforts already underway to build protocols for economic stabilization and plan for post disaster redevelopment.
Level: Basic ESFs: 18, Plans, Recovery
Roundtables
WS-X101. Emergency Services Roundtable – Organized by David Halstead
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
This roundtable will provide information on the emergency service’s plans and procedures that have been developed. The roundtable discussion will focus on the cooperation and coordination among ESF 4 (Firefighting), ESF 8 (Health and Medical), ESF 9 (Search and Rescue), ESF 10 (Hazardous Materials) and ESF 16 (Law Enforcement). Planning efforts with the lead agencies and their mutual aid partners and some unique perspectives will be discussed.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 4, 8, 9. 10, 16
WS-X102. Local Mitigation Strategy Roundtable – Organized by Harold Joyner
Thursday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program can be a "Field of Dreams" or "Lost Hope". This interactive session will provide a forum for Local Mitigation Strategy coordinators and other interested parties to discuss the grant program and showcase examples of projects that have improved structures against wind and water hazards.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 5, Recovery/Mitigation
WS-X103. ESF 8 – Moving Forward with the System: A Unified Approach Roundtable – Organized by Victoria Parsons
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region IV State and Federal ESF8 partners have entered into a collaborative mission to provide coordination, assistance and guidance to their FEMA regional partners by means of a unified coalition. Comprising county, state and federal health and medical emergency response professionals, this coalition is considered a model for the nation and is involved in a regional effort to standardize and type assets, provide education and commit to a unified command during disasters to better help the people of the impacted area. Speakers will comment on the direction and accomplishments of the federal typing effort, the federal medical system, and the FEMA Region IV Unified Planning Coalition, its conception, goals and achievements.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
WS-X104. Pleased to Meet You: Getting Public Information Officers (PIOs) and Reporters Together Before the Storm Hits Roundtable – Organized by Leslie Chapman-Henderson
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
When it comes to reaching the public with critical information during a hurricane, timing is everything. This roundtable/networking session will bring PIOs and reporters together so that critical networking and contacts are established before a storm strikes. PIOs should come prepared to tell reporters what their responsibilities are so that reporters know who to call for different informational needs. Attendees will leave the session with contact information for the people they meet.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
WS-X105. Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Roundtable: The Next Dozen Years – Organized by John Wilson
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This roundtable discussion with former and current CERT coordinators will focus on where the program has been and where it needs to be going. Accomplishments, identifying future challenges and possible solutions to keep the CERT program viable in the future will be discussed.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 5, 6, 11
WS-X106. Emergency Preparedness for Business Roundtable – Organized by Lori Vun Kannon
Thursday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Every year emergencies take their toll on business and industry in lives and dollars. Business and industry can limit injuries, damages and economic loss and return more quickly to normal operations if they plan ahead. This workshop will explore disaster topic areas of post-storm permitting, business safety and the Broward County “Hurricane Ready with Generator Power” decal program.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 4, 5, 16, 19
WS-X107. University and College Operational Emergency Management Roundtable – Organized by Kenneth Allen
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The growth and development of operational emergency management programs at higher education institutions has exploded since Hurricane Katrina and the tragedy at Virginia Tech. Numerous executive-level committees and task forces throughout the nation have focused on the issues surrounding these events. Now universities and colleges are working to address their recommendations and pending legislative requirements. This roundtable will allow emergency management practitioners from higher education institutions, and their local county and municipal emergency management partners, to sort through it all and share best practices on how to achieve compliance.
Level: Advanced ESFs: All
WS-X108. Florida Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (FLVOAD) Roundtable – Organized by Alex Amparo
Thursday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The roundtable will include facilitated discussion among FLVOAD members and emergency managers on FLVOAD’s strategic plan, National Incident Management System (NIMS) implementation for VOAD members, the Target Capabilities List and lessons learned in recent Florida events. The target audiences are VOAD Organizations and emergency managers wanting to integrate VOADs into their emergency management network.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 6, 11, 15, 17, 18
WS-X109. Disabilities Roundtable – Organized by Julia Kates
Friday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
What can a person with a disability expect if he or she has to go to an emergency shelter? What is the difference between a special needs shelter and a general population shelter? Can a person with a disability go to a general population shelter? What rights does a person with a disability have during a sheltering event? What responsibilities does a person with a disability have during a sheltering event? This will be a roundtable discussion of issues faced by people with disabilities when confronted with a sheltering event. Includes, but not limited to pre-event, during event and post-event activities.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17
WS-X110. American Red Cross (ARC) Roundtable – Organized by Michael Battaglia
Friday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
The ARC is undergoing significant and widespread changes in the way in which it conducts business and delivers its services. Relations with disparate organizations are critical to the success of the ARC’s ability to efficiently respond to disasters. The perception of the ARC in the eyes of its clients, partners and related organizations needs to be clearly defined in order to avoid confusion and criticism. The changes and restructuring facing the ARC will be discussed in the context of potential challenges and advantages.
Level: Advanced ESFs: 6, Other NGOs
