A variety of five qualitative and quantitative methodologies are discussed in detail during this three-day workshop. The “do’s & don’t” of report writing are covered. Field evaluations are conducted. Students will learn the differences between qualitative and quantitative risk analysis. They will use a variety of methodologies by evaluating single or multiple buildings and critical infrastructure nodes. This worksho...

A variety of five qualitative and quantitative methodologies are discussed in detail during this three-day workshop. The “do’s & don’t” of report writing are covered. Field evaluations are conducted. Students will learn the differences between qualitative and quantitative risk analysis. They will use a variety of methodologies by evaluating single or multiple buildings and critical infrastructure nodes. This worksho...

The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program will be held July 23-24, 2015 in Hagerstown, Maryland. An effective law enforcement response to critical incidents involving armed suspects can determine whether someone lives or dies. The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program is based on the book, SWAT Operations and Critical Incidents: Why People Die, written by Stuart A. Meyers, and includes hi...

Dam Security and Protection Seminar (L260) Dams, levees, and related facilities are a vital part of the Nation’s infrastructure, providing a wide range of economic, environmental, and social benefits. Those benefits include hydroelectric power, river navigation, water supply, wildlife habitats, waste management, flood control, and recreation. The Dam Security and Protection Technical Seminar is designed to provide dam owners and operator...

Note: All students must fill out a FEMA form 119-25-1 to receive credit for this course. This form is attached, along with instructions for filling it out. All workshop material will be provided on a DVD (no hardcopy). Attendees must bring a laptop with DVD read capability to the workshop. Consequence of Dam Failure Workshop (L261) The Consequence of Dam Failure Workshop is designed to provide dam owners, emergency managers, and other relevant...

A safe-haven is a structure or protected area, that provides protection from man-made or natural threats, for both short and long periods of time. It usually serves as a fall back position in case of emergencies. Effective design components; i.e., air requirements and waste management, capacity limits, use of electronic media and other technologies will be examined in detail.

The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program will be held May 7-8, 2015 in Richmond, Virgina. An effective law enforcement response to critical incidents involving armed suspects can determine whether someone lives or dies. The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program is based on the book, SWAT Operations and Critical Incidents: Why People Die, written by Stuart A. Meyers, and includes his priz...

The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program will be held March 19-20, 2015 in Hagerstown, Maryland. An effective law enforcement response to critical incidents involving armed suspects can determine whether someone lives or dies. OpTac International presents the latest research and practical applications for SWAT and Critical Incident Management. Incident management skills combined with organizational conditions contr...

OSHA Update - What You Need To Know You're Invited - Richmond, VA 3/11/15 J. J. Keller Safety Management Education Seminar Join J. J. Keller experts Sr. Workplace Safety Editor, Travis Rhoden, and Account Executive, Jeff Jordan, at this complimentary seminar as they provide an executive overview on the latest OSHA regulatory changes! Updates include the new GHS labeling standards, Hazcom, Injury & Illness prevention (I2P2), record-keeping...

Hours of Service & Vehicle Compliance Richmond, VA 3/10/15 - J. J. Keller Safety Education Seminar You're cordially invited to join J. J. Keller for a no-cost informative seminar on the Hours of Service regulations including changes to the 34 restart, MAP-21 Transportation Bill, the latest news on the ELD proposal and pending mandate,CSA impact on driver fatigue scores, SMS changes, electronic logs, vehicle compliance & inspection requ...