BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PrepareDE - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PrepareDE X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://preparede.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PrepareDE REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20260130T144430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T144430Z UID:3049-1771403400-1771434000@preparede.org SUMMARY:AWR 328: All Hazards Preparedness for Animals in Disaster DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nAWR 328 will introduce participants to the unique issues that must be considered and addressed when animals are involved in an emergency such as safe animal handling\, animal evacuation\, animal sheltering\, humane euthanasia and carcass disposal\, inclusion of animal management into existing ICS structures\, federal support available during recovery\, and unique considerations for conducting jurisdictional assessments and mapping evacuation routes. \nThis course is intended for personnel involved in livestock production\, emergency managers\, veterinarians\, extension agents\, veterinary technicians\, rural community leadership\, public and human health personnel\, fire and law enforcement. \nAll training and course materials are provided at no cost to participants or their agencies. Travel\, accommodations\, and meals are the responsibility of the attendee. \nParticipants must register through the Delaware Learning Center (DLC) Link opens in new tab. \nTo attend the course\, participants must submit prerequisite completion certificates to training.dema@delaware.gov. URL:https://preparede.org/event/awr-328-all-hazards-preparedness-for-animals-in-disaster/ LOCATION:Clayton Fire Co.\, 300 East Street\, Clayton\, DE\, 19938\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20260130T143857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T143857Z UID:3047-1769070600-1769099400@preparede.org SUMMARY:ICS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nICS 200 introduces personnel to essential supervisory responsibilities within the Incident Command System (ICS). The course builds on ICS 100 by reviewing core ICS principles\, leadership roles\, and organizational structure\, and explains how ICS operates within NIMS to support effective\, coordinated incident management. \nUpon successful completion\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify key ICS roles\, organizational components\, and management\ncharacteristics\nExplain delegation of authority\, management by objectives\, and command\ntransitions\nApply ICS principles to manage incidents\, briefings\, and operations\n\nThis course is intended for supervisory-level personnel involved in emergency planning\, response\, or recovery across all disciplines\, including fire\, law enforcement\, EMS\, public works\, healthcare\, education\, and other government or partner agencies. \nAll training and course materials are provided at no cost to participants or their agencies. Travel\, accommodations\, and meals are the responsibility of the attendee. \nParticipants must register through the Delaware Learning Center (DLC). \nTo attend the course\, participants must submit prerequisite completion certificates to training.dema@delaware.gov. URL:https://preparede.org/event/ics-200-basic-incident-command-system-for-initial-response-day-2/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20260130T143821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T143821Z UID:3044-1768984200-1769013000@preparede.org SUMMARY:ICS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nICS 200 introduces personnel to essential supervisory responsibilities within the Incident Command System (ICS). The course builds on ICS 100 by reviewing core ICS principles\, leadership roles\, and organizational structure\, and explains how ICS operates within NIMS to support effective\, coordinated incident management. \nUpon successful completion\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify key ICS roles\, organizational components\, and management\ncharacteristics\nExplain delegation of authority\, management by objectives\, and command\ntransitions\nApply ICS principles to manage incidents\, briefings\, and operations\n\nThis course is intended for supervisory-level personnel involved in emergency planning\, response\, or recovery across all disciplines\, including fire\, law enforcement\, EMS\, public works\, healthcare\, education\, and other government or partner agencies. \nAll training and course materials are provided at no cost to participants or their agencies. Travel\, accommodations\, and meals are the responsibility of the attendee. \nParticipants must register through the Delaware Learning Center (DLC). \nTo attend the course\, participants must submit prerequisite completion certificates to training.dema@delaware.gov. URL:https://preparede.org/event/ics-200-basic-incident-command-system-for-initial-response/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20260130T143635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T143635Z UID:3036-1767861000-1767889800@preparede.org SUMMARY:ICS 100/700: Introduction to the National Incident Management System and Incident Command System Combined Course DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThis condensed course provides and introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Management System (ICS). Participants will learn the basic structure and principles of ICS and how NIMS guides incident coordination across agencies. \nUpon successful completion\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe key NIMS concepts and the purpose of ICS.\nIdentify basic ICS roles and management characteristics.\nRecognize how ICS\, EOCs\, JIS\, and MAC Groups work together during incidents.\n\nThe intended audience(s) are personnel involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. All training and course materials are provided at no cost to participants or their agencies. Travel\, accommodations\, and meals are the responsibility of the attendee. \nParticipants must register through the Delaware Learning Center (DLC). URL:https://preparede.org/event/ics-100-700-introduction-to-the-national-incident-management-system-and-incident-command-system-combined-course/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20240709T115739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T205710Z UID:1897-1728460800-1728664200@preparede.org SUMMARY:Public Information Basics Class DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nE/L 105: Public Information Basics\nDate & Time: October 9-11\, 2024 0830 – 1630 \nLink to Course Description \nLink to Enrollment \nPrerequisites\nAll participants are required to provide proof of completion for each prerequisite by sending copies of completion certificates to training.dema@delaware.gov to be eligible to attend the course. \nREQUIRED:\nIS0029.A: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER AWARENESS \nLink to IS-29 FEMA course \nRECOMMENDED\nNONE \nLocation:\nDelaware Emergency Management Agency\n165 Brick Store Landing Road\nSmyrna\, DE 19977 URL:https://preparede.org/event/public-information-basics-class/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training,Workshop or Presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20240407T143626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T154046Z UID:1681-1715083200-1715097600@preparede.org SUMMARY:Tornado Awareness DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n Join us for our Tornado Awareness course and increase your understanding of the basics of tornado science\, the weather forecasting process\, and the tornado warning process. Learn concepts of how to better able to implement safety measures for you \, your family\, and your organizations in preparation for tornado season. Tornadoes can strike anywhere in the United States with little or no warning and are capable of causing significant loss of life and billions of dollars in damages. It is important that every community be prepared by understanding tornadoes and the associated dangers. \nRegistration: https://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/delivery/3574/ URL:https://preparede.org/event/tornado-awareness/ LOCATION:Delaware State Fire School\, 1463 Chestnut Grove Rd\, Dover\, DE\, 19904\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20230822T123049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T124601Z UID:1724-1694592000-1694620800@preparede.org SUMMARY:Working with The Media: A Course for Rural First Responders DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n Working with the Media – A Course for Rural First Responders \nNo prior coursework needed. \nRead the training flyer \nSign up by August 30 at this Registration Link \nA FEMA Student ID is required to attend this class – register at  https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid \nAWR 209 is a DHS/FEMA-certified\, 7-hour\, tuition-free course designed to provide rural first responders with the skills and knowledge to quickly adopt the role of public information officer (PIO) if/when needed and to communicate with the public through the media. Many rural first responder organizations do not have a full or part-time PIO on staff. Therefore\, in the event that a first responder is thrust into the role of PIO\, whether it be roadside at the scene of an emergency or detailing directions to the public in a crisis situation\, it is important to understand how the media works and how to work with the available media outlets. Topics include: \n\nUtilizing the media in emergency and public awareness situations\nWorking with the media at the scene of an emergency\nAnticipating what news agencies want from the responders at the scene of an emergency\nGiving interviews that work\nWriting effective news releases that will be read\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nEmergency Management\nEmergency Medical Services\nFire Service\nGovernmental Administrative\nHealthcare\nLaw Enforcement\nPublic Health\nQuestions? Email Joseph Mriss at joseph.mriss@delaware.gov  URL:https://preparede.org/event/working-with-the-media-a-course-for-rural-first-responders/ LOCATION:Clayton Fire Co.\, 300 East Street\, Clayton\, DE\, 19938\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training,Workshop or Presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20230118T183657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T183657Z UID:1616-1675155600-1675177200@preparede.org SUMMARY:Improving Business Financial Literacy - Post-Disaster DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n This course will provide information on business financial literacy and the potential financial effects of disasters. Some of\nthe areas covered in the course include developing pre-disaster plans for financial literacy\, understanding disaster\nassistance programs available to businesses\, the importance of business continuity planning\, and understanding a\nbusiness’s vulnerability to disasters. Upon completion of this course\, the learner will be able to: \n\n Identify key elements of business financial literacy\, including critical components of pre-disaster planning\, such as the\nbenefits\, hazards\, risks\, and key stakeholders\, especially in vulnerable areas.\nRestate business action steps for increasing disaster financial readiness in a disaster financial management strategy.\nIdentify components of a collaborative economic recovery plan that incorporate resources from public\, private\, and\nvolunteer agencies.\nIdentify quantitative and qualitative tools useful in performing economic assessments after a disaster (e.g.\, assessing\nproperty damage).\nRecognize ways to coordinate intermediate and long-term plans among whole-community partners who can support\nbusiness financial recovery\n\n  \nDate & Time:\nJanuary 31\, 2023\n9:00 am – 3:00 pm \nPrerequisites: None \nLocation:\nDelaware State Fire School\n1461 Chestnut Grove Rd\nDover\, DE 19904 URL:https://preparede.org/event/improving-business-financial-literacy-post-disaster/ LOCATION:Delaware State Fire School\, 1463 Chestnut Grove Rd\, Dover\, DE\, 19904\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T074740 CREATED:20221123T150227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T150305Z UID:1596-1669708800-1669912200@preparede.org SUMMARY:ICS-300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n The Incident Command System (ICS) is the national standard to manage emergency incidents and critical events\, and is a key component of NIMS. This course expands upon the information covered in ICS 100 and ICS 200 courses and is for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System. The course will satisfy state training requirements for incident responders and will fulfill the prerequisite for attendance in higher-level ICS courses (ICS 400). As part of NIMS compliance requirements\, Delaware requires all personnel that are likely to assume a supervisory role in expanding incidents or Type 3 (or higher) incidents attend this level course. \nThe primary audience is response personnel\, regardless of discipline\, who may be required to fill a supervisor\, director\, chief\, or command role within the Incident Command System during larger incidents. These groups include first responders\, state/local government and agencies\, and emergency management personnel. \nPrerequisites\nALL PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF COMPLETION FOR EACH PREREQUISITE BY SENDING COPIES OF COMPLETION CERTIFICATES TO TRAINING.DEMA@DELAWARE.GOV TO BE ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND THE COURSE.\nIS-700: INTRODUCTION TO NIMS\nIS-800: INTRODUCTION TO NRF\nIS-100: INTRODUCTION TO NIMS ICS\nICS-200 OR IS-200: BASIC INCIDENT COMMAND URL:https://preparede.org/event/ics-300-intermediate-ics/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR