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SYSTEM UPGRADE - Changes in CEU, Broadcast and Exam Featires Coming in November Login is still required to earn Continuing Education Units (CEU). For podcast feeds, right click either of the links below and copy the URL into your podcast client to download them. Subscribe to Live Response podcast    Subscribe to ComNET podcast December 10, 2008 Live Response Comprehensive Cyberterrorism Defense “From Identity Theft to Electronic Warfare – How to Win the Battle” 2:00 PM Inside look at the Comprehensive Cyberterrorism Defense course offered by the University of Arkansas Criminal Justice Institute. The goal of the CCD course is to provide technical personnel with the hands-on expertise necessary to defend communication and data networks from cyberterrorism events. November 19, 2008 Live Response Foreign Animal Disease Response Training “American Agriculture at Risk: What is Your Role?” 2:00 PM It’s a threat with the potential to cripple our nation’s food supply – Foreign Animal Disease. You’ve read the literature, but as an emergency responder, would you understand your role if an outbreak were to occur within our borders? The AgPreparedness Center at Kirkwood Community College presents a course that will clearly define how to prepare – and lays the groundwork in providing an effective and rapid response to minimize the potential effects of an outbreak in your community. Subjects cove October 22, 2008 Live Response WMD Technical Emergency Response Training - "From Chemicals to Explosives: Working with Live Agents" 2:00 PM We take an inside look at the CDP’s unique and highly specialized training center referred to as COBRATF. September 24, 2008 Live Response Developing Our Nation’s Future Leaders in Homeland Defense 2:00 PM This month’s edition of Live Response takes an in-depth look at a fascinating educational curriculum being offered by the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security based in Monterey, California. August 27, 2008 Live Response The Leader’s Role in Creating Vigilant, Prepared and Resilient Communities: Building Partnerships That Work 2:00 PM When presented with any state of emergency through terrorism, natural disasters or other events of significance within our communities, there is always a challenge. July 23, 2008 Live Response Avian Influenza Response Training for Emergency Responders 2:00 PM Our July LIVE RESPONSE program takes an in-depth look at avian influenza (HPAI). A special focus is given to the Avian Influenza course as offered by the AgTerror Preparedness Center of Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. June 25, 2008 Live Response Agroterrorism Preparedness Training for Frontline Responders: "How to Prevent, Respond and Recover from an Agroterrorism Attack" 2:00 PM In June, Live Response takes a look at the UC Davis Western Institute for Food Safety and Security program to explore a comprehensive curriculum that has already reached well over 4,000 participants in 15 states. It’s a specialized training program designed to enhance preparedness at the front lines to attacks on our agricultural industry. May 28, 2008 Live Response Agriculture and Food Vulnerability Assessment Training: "How Safe is the Food on our Table?" 2:00 PM What would happen if one of our major food suppliers were to be attacked by terrorists? In our upcoming program, we’ll take a fascinating look into the Agricultural Industry and how it could potentially be affected by terrorism. We’ll go inside the classroom to a unique course offering expert training in this area – as offered by the Center For Agriculture & Food Security & Preparedness. The Center is a unique grant supported program based within the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary April 23, 2008 Live Response Critical Incident Protocol 2:00 PM The Critical Incident Protocol (CIP) – Community Facilitation Program was developed by the School of Criminal Justice, Michigan State University (MSU) to build public-private partnerships in cities, counties, and regions across the nation for joint critical incident management utilizing an all hazards approach. The goal of the program is to promote and enhance security and safety, by bringing together members of the private sector (businesses and non-profit organizations) and the public sector March 26, 2008 Live Response Creating Vigilant, Prepared, and Resilient Communities for Homeland Security 2:00 PM The Western Community Policing Institute, located at Western Oregon University, offers training that introduces participants to the strategies and skills necessary to create vigilant, prepared, and resilient communities for homeland security. February 27, 2008 Live Response Virtual Terrorism Response Academy 2:00 PM Virtual Terrorism Response Academy: The Interactive Media Laboratory (IML), part of the Department of Community and Family Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School, provides more than 16 hours of training through the Virtual Terrorism Response Academy. Live Response explores this videogame-based interactive training program, examining how it prepares first responders for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive emergencies. January 23, 2008 Live Response Campus Community Emergency Response Team (C-CERT) 2:00 PM Campus Community Emergency Response Team (C-CERT) December 12, 2007 Live Response Teen Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) 2:00 PM The Center for National and Regional Security (CeRNS) at Eastern Michigan University offers a training course designed to get teens involved in disaster mitigation. Live Response explores the Teen Community Emergency Response Team Train-the-Trainer course and how this practicum prepares high school students to better respond to emergencies and disasters in their communities. November 14, 2007 Live Response Homeland Security National Training Programs 2:00 PM Working with live agents, explosive and incendiaries are just some of the ways students receive training from the Homeland Security National Training Programs. Participants can expect a variety of classroom and hands on training that provides them with the chance to train in real world environments. October 24, 2007 Live Response Emergency Responders and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community: Taking the First Steps to Disaster Preparedness 2:00 PM The Community Emergency Preparedness Information Network (CEPIN) and the Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TDI) offer a unique training opportunity. Live Response explores Emergency Responders and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community: Taking the First Steps to Disaster Preparedness. September 26, 2007 Live Response Playas Training and Research Center 2:00 PM New Mexico Tech’s flagship first responder training course, Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings (IRTB), continues to be held on-site in Socorro, NM. The Prevention and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents (PRSBI) is conducted at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology training site, the Playas Training and Research Center (PTRC). August 22, 2007 Live Response "COOP Planning" 2:00 PM The University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security (CHHS) offers a two and a half day train-the-trainer course that provides emergency planners with the knowledge and skills to develop Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans and train other emergency planners to develop and assist in developing their own COOP plans. July 25, 2007 Live Response The Intelligence Toolbox Training Course 2:00 PM The School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University offers a two day training program based on the foundation of the National Criminal Intelligence Sharing Plan. Live Response explores the Intelligence Toolbox Training course and how local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies can develop their intelligence capability. June 27, 2007 Live Response Restoration of Lifelines 2:00 PM After a natural or manmade disaster, essential services may be lost. The most effective, efficient response depends heavily on Public Works. Live Response explores lifeline services, the role of Public Works, and how planning, training, integration, and interoperability with other agencies leads to successful restoration. May 23, 2007 Live Response The National Infrastructure Protection Plan 2:00 PM The National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP) provides a coordinated approach to protect our Nation’s critical infrastructure and key resources. National goals, requirements for distribution and funding of resources, and priorities are set by the NIPP that ensure that our government, economy, and public services continue in the event of a terrorist attack or other disaster. April 25, 2007 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Port Security Access Control; Emergency Communications and Operations Center; NOAA Weather Radio; Emergency Management Assistance Compact; March 28, 2007 Live Response Critical Resource Logistics & Distribution 2:00 PM In the event of a natural or manmade disaster, critical resources will be necessary for preservation of life, safety, and security. Preparedness plans must include a way to identify, dispatch, mobilize, accurately track, and demobilize available human and material resources across all incident phases. We will explore Critical Resources Logistics and Distribution on this edition of Live Response. February 28, 2007 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Port Security Access Control; Explosive Detector Dog Workshop; Rapid Responder System; WMD Radiological Nuclear Course for Hazardous Materials Technicians. January 24, 2007 Live Response Medical Surge 2:00 PM If a bioterrorism incident occurs, many people may need treatment in their communities. Providing the help that they need quickly and efficiently will save lives. We will explore potential resources that may be needed in a medical surge incident, including mass prophylaxis, on this edition of Live Response. December 13, 2006 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Intelligence Fusion and Analysis, Improvised Explosive Devices, Detection of Bio-Threat Agents, Bomb Robot Maintenance Workshop November 15, 2006 Live Response "Port Security" 2:00 PM The United States is served by more than 360 commercial ports that provide approximately 3,200 cargo and passenger handling facilities, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Keeping our ports secure, without slowing down trade, commerce, or passenger service is a challenge. We will explore the layered defense of port security on this edition of Live Response. October 25, 2006 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM September 27, 2006 Live Response Suicide - Homicide Bombers 2:00 PM Exactly when a suicide bombing will take place on American soil is unknown. Intelligence and surveillance are vital for police to safely apprehend suicide bombers and prevent detonation. No suicide bomber profile exists; however, there is a behavioral profile that may be used to assist police and other emergency responders in recognizing them. We will look at the advantages of suicide bombers, pre-incident indicators, and suicide bombing incident response on this edition of Live Response. August 23, 2006 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Resource Typing; Agroterrorism; Environmental Health and Vector Control; Water Search and Rescue. July 19, 2006 Live Response The Psychological Impact of Terrorism 2:00 PM Terrorism is designed to cause panic and fear and can have long-term damaging effects. Victims of terrorism may be impacted psychologically and develop fear and distress responses. Emergency response personnel may also be affected by what they experience from responding to traumatic terrorist incidents. When they are able to differentiate common stress from distress it is important for their overall health and well-being. We will explore some of the stressors, symptoms, and resources availabl June 28, 2006 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Intelligence Toolbox Training; Advanced Chemical/Biological Integrated Response Course; Bioshield 2006; Isolation and Quarantine. May 24, 2006 Live Response Emergency Management Assistance Compact 2:00 PM When local resources are exhausted, the next step is to request aid from the state. Beyond the state level, it is important to have mutual aid agreements in place. The Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is a congressionally ratified organization that provides form and structure to interstate mutual aid. April 26, 2006 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings; SENTINEL Project; NC State Medical Assistance Team (SMAT); Michigan State University Homeland Security Training. March 22, 2006 Live Response Mass Fatality Management 2:00 PM Attacks using weapons of mass destruction, as well as large accidents and natural disasters, have the potential to cause mass fatalities. When medical examiners and coroners are trained and equipped to operate in a hazardous environment, and utilize proper handling and decontamination, the majority of chemical contaminated fatalities can be safely returned to families. February 22, 2006 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM ACU-1000; Enhanced Incident Management Unified Command; Preventing and Responding to Suicide Bombing Incidents; SENTINEL Project. January 25, 2006 Live Response The Metropolitan Medical Response System 2:00 PM The Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) program assists highly populated jurisdictions to achieve the enhanced capability necessary to respond to a mass casualty event. This systematic approach requires linkages among first responders, medical treatment resources, public health, emergency management, volunteer organizations, the private sector, and other local elements, to work together to develop capabilities and increase preparedness. Enhanced mutual aid prepares the jurisdictions for December 14, 2005 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM ODP Training; Neighborhood Watch; Commissioned Corps; Incident Management/Unified Command Course November 16, 2005 Live Response Post-Incident Reporting and Lessons Learned 2:00 PM An After Action Report (AAR) and Improvement Plan should be prepared and submitted to DHS/ODP following every exercise. Live Response guests will discuss the post-incident reporting process and how lessons learned may help emergency response providers and homeland security officials prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism. November 3, 2005 ODP Symposium ODP Symposium Presentation (DVD) No exam available for this program. 12:00 PM The Office for Domestic Preparedness (ODP) is the principal component of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responsible for preparing the United States for acts of terrorism. In carrying out its mission, ODP is responsible for providing training, funds for the purchase of equipment, support for the planning and execution of exercises, technical assistance and other support to assist states and local jurisdictions to prevent, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism. October 26, 2005 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Mass Casualty Personnel Decontamination, Fire Corps, NIMS Training, CDC Laboratory Response Network September 28, 2005 Live Response WMD Exercises - Design & Execution 2:00 PM "WMD Exercises - Design & Execution" State and local governments have direct responsibility for training and exercising their own homeland security professionals. The purpose of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) is to assess and enhance terrorism prevention, response, and recovery capabilities at the Federal, State, and local levels. Live Response guests will discuss the requirements of exercise planning, implementation, evaluation, and improvement planning. August 24, 2005 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Urban Search and Rescue, OSHA Best Practices for Hospital-Based First Receivers of Victims, Medical Reserve Corps, Noble Training Center July 20, 2005 Live Response The Citizen Corps Councils 2:00 PM The Citizen Corps mission is accomplished through a national network of state, local, and tribal Citizen Corps Councils. These Councils build on community strengths to implement the Citizen Corps programs and will carry out a local strategy to have every American participate. June 22, 2005 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Responder Knowledge Base, National Disaster Medical System, Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, Oak Ridge National Laboratory May 25, 2005 Live Response National Response Plan 2:00 PM The National Response Plan (NRP) is an all-discipline, all-hazards plan that establishes a single, comprehensive framework for the management of domestic incidents. Live Response explains the structure and mechanisms for the coordination of Federal support to State, local, and tribal incident managers, and for exercising direct Federal authorities and responsibilities. April 27, 2005 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Fire Academy, FEMA – Emergency Management Institute, InterAgency Board March 23, 2005 Live Response The National Incident Management System (NIMS) 2:00 PM The National Incident Management System (NIMS) integrates effective practices in emergency response into a comprehensive national framework for incident management. Live Response explains the importance of understanding the key features and advantages of NIMS, and the role of the NIMS Integration Center. February 23, 2005 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Citizen Corps, Community Emergency Response Teams, Training from the Environmental Protection Agency, Heavy Equipment January 26, 2005 Live Response Coordinating and Managing a Large Scale Incident 2:00 PM Live Response explains the importance of maintaining mission essential functions while managing and coordinating a large scale incident. In order to effectively maintain operations, it is important to have a Continuity of Operations Plan in place that covers issues such as alternate facilities, staffing and mutual aid. December 15, 2004 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Using Equipment to Decontaminate Victims; Searching for Additional Devices; The Media Management Plan; Recognizing Types of Agents November 17, 2004 Live Response Coordinating Local WMD Training for Responding Agencies 2:00 PM Participation in a joint training exercise or drill with other emergency response organizations that could be expected to be called upon in the event of a WMD incident, has proven to be valuable practice in planning and preparedness. Live Response explains the process of development, management, and coordination of training of personnel in WMD response planning. October 27, 2004 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Emergency Patient Care; Integrating Activities of SWAT, EOD & HazMat; Operation of Diagnostic Equipment; Recognizing Types of Agents September 22, 2004 Live Response Encore Presentation of Medical Monitoring of Response Personnel 2:00 PM Live Response explains the importance of coordination and implementation of the necessary medical monitoring protocols with the emergency medical manager and the incident commander for those responders entering and leaving the hot and warm zones of a WMD incident. August 25, 2004 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Coordinating the Development of Plans, Procedures and Protocols; Developing Mutual Aid Protocols; Recognize Types of Agents; Understanding the Use and Capability of Detection Equipment July 28, 2004 Live Response Coordination of Intelligence Collection 2:00 PM Live Response explains the importance of knowing how to collect and forward intelligence regarding potential terrorist actions involving possible WMD agents. Joint operations are very important in prevention and deterrence, as well as consequence management of WMD incidents. Having the right information ahead of time or assigning the right teams at an incident site is vital to the mitigation of a WMD incident. June 23, 2004 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Emergency Powers and Declarations; Understanding Assets Available; Recognize a Terrorist Incident; Special Hazards of a Terrorist Incident May 26, 2004 Live Response Coordinating Local, State, and Federal Assets 2:00 PM Live Response explains the importance of responders knowing who they can call for assistance in the event of a terrorist incident. Responders need to know the chain of command and how to contact the officials who can get them the resources and assets they need. Officials involved in the planning process at each government level will be the best sources for explaining how the available resources may be utilized and the procedures in place for activating the resources. April 28, 2004 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Coordination of Public Warning; Radio Interoperability – Part II; Direct Threat Assessment; Scene and Crowd Control Procedures March 24, 2004 Live Response Recognizing a WMD Incident Through Calls for Service, Dispatch Patterns, & Signs and Symptoms 2:00 PM Live Response is a 60-minute live discussion in which a panel of experts explores topics related to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) consequence management and engages in question and answer sessions with the program audience. February 25, 2004 ComNET Communications, News, Equipment, and Training 2:00 PM Conducting A Mass Fatality Exercise; Radio Interoperability; Transfer Within the ICS; Know Self Protection Strategies January 28, 2004 Live Response Perimeter Security When Victims are Present 2:00 PM Live Response is a 60-minute live discussion in which a panel of experts explores topics related to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) consequence management and engages in question and answer sessions with the program audience. Privacy Policy  ::  Site Disclaimer  ::  SPC Equal Opportunity Statement - Students and Employees © 1998 - 2007, All Rights Reserved, St. Petersburg College St. Petersburg College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Problems with this site, contact grantswebmaster@spcollege.edu.