NOTE: DISASTER WORKFORCE MEMBERS should complete the IS-101 course, available at the FEMA Knowledge Center (FEKC) or the Disaster Reserve Workforce Portal. Please note that the IS-101 is not available at this site and is designated for Disaster Workforce Members only.
IS-102 Deployment Basics for FEMA Response Partners
Course Overview
This course is designed to help prepare FEMA response partners for deployment to a domestic incident.
In recent years, we have witnessed the destruction that can be caused by the forces of nature, or precipitated by terrorist or criminal acts. Responding to incidents requires that we be ready, willing, and able to deploy at a moment's notice. This course provides personnel with practical tips and advice for incident deployment.
Course Objectives
Upon completing this course, the participant will be able to describe how to:
- Prepare for deployment, including detailing what information to gather, what steps to take, and what things to pack.
- Check in when arriving at the assigned location.
- Acclimate to the working and living conditions at the Joint Field Office.
- Take care of themselves during deployment.
- Maintain standards for accountability.
- Complete the check-out process.
Primary Audience
This course is designed for FEMA response partners, including personnel from other Federal agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and private-sector companies.
It is suggested that personnel who have not completed the IS-700 and IS-800b courses do so before completing this course. If you are a member of the FEMA Disaster Workforce, you should complete the IS-101 Deployment Basics course, available through the FEMA Knowledge Center or the FEMA Disaster Reserve Workforce Portal.
Prerequisites
There is NO prerequisite for this course.
CEUs
0.1
Course Length
Approximately 90 minutes
NOTE: If you are a member of the FEMA Disaster Workforce, you should complete the IS-101 Deployment Basics course, available through the FEMA Knowledge Center or the FEMA Disaster Reserve Workforce Portal.
