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Disaster Field Training Operations

DF-323: PDA-IA Basics

Purpose of Course:

This course covers the process and SOPs of: damage assessment, data collection, documentation, analysis, reporting, and coordination. The course is designed to introduce the target audience to the laws and rules that govern the PDA process, an overview of the team member roles, and a brief introduction to the annexes regarding Tribal lands, Alaskan Native lands, Pacific Islands, etc.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, the target audience will be able to:

  • Identify the basis of FEMA’s authority.
  • Define steps and FEMA’s role in the disaster declaration process.
  • Describe and use the PDA-IA Operations Manual.
  • Explain the roles and responsibilities of PDA Team Members.
  • Identify PDA field procedures and applicable forms.

Target Audience:

FEMA IA personnel, State and local partners, and any other agency or organization personnel involved in the PDA process.

Approximate Time:

4.5 Hours.

Pre-requisite:

Disaster Basics (Independent Study IS-292)
Introduction to Individual Assistance IA DFTO module DF103

OTHER RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITES:

Mandatory Courses for all DHS/FEMA personnel Homeland Security Presidential Directive HSPD#5

  • National Incident Management System (IS-700 or DFTO module)
  • Incident Management System Introduction ICS-100 and Basic ICS-200 (IS or DFTO modules)
  • National Response Plan (IS-800 or DFTO module)
  • IA Toolbox DF321

Any course, new or revised, as recommended by Policy and Guidance from Headquarter.

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