(MGT-314)

enhanced ALL-HAZARDS incident management/
unified command course (MGT-314)
“I was sent to St. Bernard Parish,
Louisiana, as the incident commander
for 16 days following Hurricane
Katrina. The training I received from
TEEX was priceless. All of the areas
covered in the program rang true in
the command structure. I felt very
comfortable in the system having
gone through the TEEX program.”
– Capt. Tim Keene
Delhi Township Fire Department
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Immerse yourself in a realistic disaster response
simulation, working side-by-side with senior
emergency managers in responding to and
recovering from a large-scale incident. Grapple
with the real-life challenges that unfold inside
an actual Incident Command Post. Welcome
to the Emergency Operations Training Center,
located in the world-renowned Disaster City®
training facility in College Station, Texas.
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The Enhanced All-Hazards Incident Management/Unified
Command (E IM/UC) course, MGT-314, is offered on
behalf of the Department of Homeland Security Federal
Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA) by the Texas
A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and its National
“The course far exceeded my
expectations. I learned how and
why the incident management
and unified command systems
are supposed to work, as well as
significantly enhancing my
competence and confidence in
these areas.”
– David S. Behar
Senior Manager
Security & Emergency Management
Snohomish, Washington
Emergency Response and Rescue Training Center (NERRTC). As
a course participant you will get practical, realistic experience in
large-scale incident response using computer-based simulations.
Your decision-making, response and situational awareness
will be tested as you work through four or five high-intensity
simulation exercises. These exercises replicate incidents,
all containing a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or
explosive (CBRNE) component. However, the training is designed
to meet any “All Hazards” incidents and Special Events as well.
The Enhanced IM/UC course offers three-and-a-half days of
comprehensive incident response training in managing all
aspects of a large-scale incident in real-time. This invaluable
training experience has direct transferability onto an incident
management team, incident command post staff or emergency
operations center in preparation for an actual large-scale
their decisions, while working in an Incident Command Post
setting using a notional jurisdiction.
the course
incident. Participants will learn by examining the effects of
“Every attendee of this course
had told us what a beneficial,
hands-on course it was; but
the course turned out to be even
better than we envisioned. The
unique opportunity to be able
to come together to gain more
knowledge of incident command/
unified command structure allowed
for some real hands-on type training.”
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Day one of the course provides a short overview of emergency
response considerations and methodologies of the Incident
Command System (ICS) in a Unified Command structure. Days
two and three are packed with rigorous, computer-driven,
– Cathy Haynes
Emergency Preparedness Director
Charleston County, South Carolina
large-scale incidents, allowing the command team to manage
the response and learn from the events presented within
the scenarios. Each scenario concludes with an After-Action
Review and a discussion of lessons learned. The overall incident
management structure used in the course is based on the National
Incident Management System (NIMS), the National Response
Framework (NRF) and is certified by the DHS/FEMA National
Training and Education Division (NTED).
The course is delivered adjacent to Texas A&M University in the
TEEX Emergency Operations Training Center (EOTC), a facility
with unmatched capabilities anywhere in the country. The
center is staffed by nationally recognized trainers experienced
in emergency management and large-scale incident response,
including the World Trade Center, Hurricane Katrina, the
Murrah Building and the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake.
During the training simulation exercises, each participant
position is integrated into the Unified Command ICS structure
managing the incident. The course adapts existing incident
management systems and procedures, while using a multi-
agenda
discipline, jurisdictional, team-building approach to accomplish
the course objectives.
TOPICS
• Decision-making
• Principles of Incident Management and
Unified Command
• Overview of Incident Command System
• Organizing and staffing for Unified Command
• Resource management and incident
management strategies
• Incident Action Plan development
• Practical application of the incident
response planning process
• ICS documentation overview
• Training simulations tools overview
• CBRNE and All-Hazards computer-driven tabletop exercises
PARTICIPANT ELIGIBILITY
Eligible participants include emergency responders who serve in a management or
supervisory role, and who may be required to perform incident command staff or
general staff functions for a jurisdiction during the response to any “all-hazards”
incident.
The course is designed for a maximum of 40 participants, with a balanced representation
of emergency responders, supervisors and managers from the following disciplines or
services: Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management, Fire
Service, Hazardous Materials, Public Works, Governmental Administrative, Public Safety
Communications, Healthcare, Public Health and other county, state and federal agency
personnel who may respond in support of a local jurisdiction.
“This training will allow me
to respond to disasters—
natural and terrorist incidents—
in a confident and effective
manner. As long as we have a
threat, this caliber of training
needs to be given to all
responders.”
– Capt. Daniel D. Nicholson, Sr.
Christian County Emergency Management
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
ENTRY-LEVEL PREREQUISITES
This course provides the participant with insight into the incident management
requirements of a large-scale (Type 1, 2 or 3) incident. Incoming participants should
have at least an intermediate level of understanding of ICS and some experience
in incident management and planning, both of which are critical for success in this
course.
It is recommended that participants complete the TEEX/NERRTC IM/UC course (MGT313) or an equivalent intermediate-level ICS course prior to attendance. The FEMA
EMI course, Intermediate Incident Command System course or the NWCG I-300
course or higher are other prerequisite options that cover incident management
and unified command. Completing the FEMA EMI IS-700 or IS-800 series will help in
understanding the advanced concepts presented in this course.
The TEEX WMD Campus (www.teexwmdcampus.com) offers excellent courses
on Terrorism Awareness and Cyber Security that are recommended as refreshers
prior to the course.
course overview
LENGTH AND COST
The course is normally 3 ½ days (28 hours), beginning on Tuesday and concluding
at noon on Friday. This training is funded by the DHS/FEMA National Training and
Education Division (NTED). NERRTC arranges and provides all travel, lodging and
per diem for participants. Upon confirmation of course registration, NERRTC will
provide information for travel as participants may require.
MORE INFORMATION
For additional information or to register online, visit www.teex.org/eotc or call the
NERRTC Emergency Operations Training Center (EOTC) and staff:
Training Manager, EOTC Programs:
Jory Grassinger
Tel: 979.458.5620
Toll Free: 855.245.1614
Jory.Grassinger@teex.tamu.edu
The current course schedule can be found online at: http://www.teex.org/eotc
THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND RESCUE TRAINING CENTER (NERRTC)
The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service / National Emergency Response and Rescue Training
Center (TEEX/NERRTC) has been at the forefront of homeland security training, exercises and
technical assistance since before the events of 9/11. NERRTC builds upon more than 75 years of
emergency response expertise and also draws upon the resources of nine world-class universities,
seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center that comprise The Texas A&M
University System. NERRTC is also a founding member of the National Domestic Preparedness
Consortium (NDPC).
TRAINING
Since its inception in 1998, NERRTC has delivered 10,000+ CBRNE and all-hazards preparation and response courses
nationwide to 500,000+ emergency responders representing 8,200+ local and state jurisdictions in all 56 U.S. states and
territories. Working in conjunction with the DHS/FEMA National Training and Education Division (NTED), NERRTC has
developed and delivers a comprehensive catalog of courses and programs:
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Senior Officials Workshop for All-Hazards Preparedness
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Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
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Threat and Risk Assessment l
Mass Prophylaxis Preparedness and Planning
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Enhanced Threat and Risk Assessment
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Crisis Leadership and Decision Making for Elected Officials
l Incident Management/Unified Command for Expanding and Complex All-Hazards Incidents (ICS 300)
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Advanced Incident Management/Unified Command
(ICS 400) l
Enhanced All-Hazards Incident Management/Unified Command
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Basic Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Concepts for CBRNE Events, Web-Based
lDisaster Preparedness for Hospitals and Healthcare Organizations within the Community Infrastructure
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Senior Officials - Disaster Management for Water and l
Disaster Management for Water and Wastewater Utilities
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Disaster Management for Electric Power Systems
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Operational Level Response to HazMat/WMD Incidents
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Incident Command System (ICS) Forms Review
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Medical Preparedness and Response to Bombing Incidents
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Critical Infrastructure Key Resources Awareness
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Cyber Security Courses, Web-Based
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Disaster Management for Public Services
l Sports and Special Events Incident Management
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Wide Area Search
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EOC’s Role in Community Cyber Security
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Terrorism Awareness for Emergency First Responders, lCommunity Cyber Security Exercise Planning
Web-Based
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Essentials of Community Cyber Security
MORE INFORMATION
For additional information about NERRTC or to schedule a class or exercise, visit:
www.teex.org/esti or call (Toll Free) 855.245.1614
lEmergency Operation Center (EOC) Operations and Planning for All-Hazards
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Medical Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) Events
Wastewater
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200 Technology Way • TX 77845-3424
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