Training for Pittsylvania County EOC Members:
Training for Pittsylvania County EOC Members:
Source: FEMA ICS Training for EOC Members
(modified with VDEM guidance)
There are two core systems that all Pittsylvania County EOC members should receive training for:
1. National Incident Management System (NIMS)
2. Incident Command System (ICS)
IS-700 NIMS, an Introduction: This independent study course introduces the NIMS concept. NIMS provides a consistent nationwide template to enable all government, private-sector, and nongovernmental organizations to work together during domestic incidents.
ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System: This independent study course introduces ICS and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. It describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the system. This course also explains the relationship between ICS and NIMS.
ICS-200 Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response: This independent study course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the ICS. ICS-200 provides training and resources for personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within the ICS.
ICS-300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents: ICS-300 provides training and resources for personnel who require advanced knowledge and application of the ICS. This course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses. (Instructor Led - 18 hours minimum)
G-191 Incident Command System/Emergency Operations Center Interface: This course reviews ICS and EOC responsibilities and functions and depends heavily on exercises and group discussions to formulate the interface. The course provides an opportunity for participants to begin developing an interface between an Incident Management Team and EOC personnel. (Instructor Led - 8 hours)
IS-800 National Response Framework (NRF), an Introduction: The course introduces participants to the concepts and principles of the NRF.
IS-706 NIMS Intrastate Mutual Aid - An Introduction: This course provides an introduction to NIMS intrastate mutual aid and assistance. You will learn about the purpose and benefits of mutual aid and assistance. You will also learn about the emphasis that NIMS places on mutual aid and assistance. The course explains how to develop mutual aid and assistance agreements and mutual aid operational plans.
G-775 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management and Operations: This course explores the role, design, and functions of EOCs and their relationships as components of a multiagency coordination system. The course contains disaster-related examples, activities, and case studies that relate to EOCs and multiagency coordination systems at the Federal, State, tribal, and local levels of government. (Instructor Led - 12 hours)
ICS-400 Advanced ICS: This course provides training and resources for personnel who require advanced application of ICS. This course expands upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300. (Instructor Led - 14 hours minimum)
Position-Specific Training: These courses are designed to provide State and local-level emergency responders with a robust understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and capabilities of Command and General Staff members. Exercises, simulations, discussions, and a final exam enable participants to process and apply their new knowledge. Position-specific training courses include:
E/L 950: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Position Specific Incident Commander
E/L 952: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Position Specific Public Information Officer
E/L 954: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Position Specific Safety Officer
E/L 956: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Position Specific Liaison Officer
E/L 958: All-Hazards Position Specific Operations Section Chief
E/L 960: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Position Specific Division/Group Supervisor
E/L 962: All-Hazards Position Specific Planning Section Chief
E/L 964: All-Hazards Position Specific Situation Unit Leader
E/L 965: All-Hazards Position Specific Resources Unit Leader
E/L 967: All-Hazards Position Specific Logistics Section Chief
E/L 969: All-Hazards Position Specific Communications Unit Leader
E/L 970: All-Hazards Position Specific Supply Unit Leader
E/L 971: All-Hazards Position Specific Facilities Unit Leader
E/L 973: All-Hazards Position Specific Finance/Admin. Section Chief
E/L 975: All-Hazards Position Specific Finance/Admin. Unit Leader Course
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