Description
SUITABLE FOR:
Individuals who are either designated as being in charge of, are members of, or provide support to an emergency management team in an emergency.
OBJECTIVES:
MEM Training provides personnel with formal training in command, control, communications and stress-related factors in the management of major emergencies. This program also provides initial emergency management training for personnel who are undertaking a training and competence program to progress to the role of an emergency response manager.
SUMMARY:
Course topics discussed in this course are:
- Review, manage and assess the information available in an emergency situation in a timely manner.
- Establish priorities and take effective action.
- Implement predetermined emergency plans and procedures in the context of the current emergency.
- Efficiently communicate information and instructions.
- Communicate effectively with all appropriate external agencies in accordance with local arrangements, guidance documents and legislation.
- Monitor and control resources.
- Evaluate progress and communicate changes in plans and priorities.
- Effectively delegate authority and manage individuals and teams.
- Recognize and deal with stress in themselves and others.
