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The second IMATS drill outlined in deliverable 11.2 has been cancelled. The deliverables quick reference list from the work plan has been updated to reflect this change and is linked below.
Additionally, the description for deliverable 7.1 in the quick reference has been updated to reflect that an AAR/IP is required for this activity rather than the SurveyMonkey report as previously described in earlier work plan versions.
The MI Volunteer Registry reorganization has been completed, replacing the single "General Volunteers" organization with "County Affiliation" organizations. The reorganization is designed to streamline alerting, improve response rates and manage volunteer availability. Consistent with the Medical Surge Capacity Capability Management System framework, the reorganization limits Registry administrator access by jurisdiction. Any concerns or technical assistance requests with initiating alerts may be sent directly to Virginia Zimmerman at ZimmermanV@michigan.gov or to help-mivolunteerregistry@michigan.gov.
GovLoop is hosting a webinar titled Managing Chaos When Disaster Strikes on April 12, 2018 at 2:00 PM EDT. The webinar will demonstrate how geographic information systems can help overcome obstacles associated with public health preparedness. Specifically, the webinar will cover:
- Resources and tools to assist in planning for, responding to, and recovering from public health emergencies
- Actions other agencies have taken to elevate public health preparedness
- How government can use location data to more effectively respond to natural disasters and epidemics
MSP-EMHSD is sponsoring upcoming G290 - Basic Public Information Officers Workshop courses. These two-day workshops for entry-level disaster Public Information Officers and staff emphasizes the skills needed to manage crisis information in emergency and disaster events. Topics include responsibilities of a Public Information Officer in disasters, effective media interviews, crisis information planning, and social media monitoring and management. Registration is available on MI-TRAIN – course ID 1017932. The dates and locations for the courses are listed below.
- May 23, 2018 - May 24, 2018 in Kentwood, Michigan
- July 25, 2018 - July 26, 2018 in Hale, Michigan
- September 25, 2018 - September 26, 2018 in Gaylord, Michigan
Additional offerings of the virtual instructor-led RealOpt class on point-of-dispensing (POD) sites are now available. RealOpt POD is a computer modeling program that can help Medical Countermeasure (MCM) planners design POD sites and treatment clinics. The free virtual classes are designed to provide participants with a better understanding of the functions of the RealOpt computer modeling program and its usefulness in validating POD throughput rates and staff resource allocations. DSLR encourages POD managers, local and state MCM planners, and other preparedness staff members to enroll in this three-hour course through CDC Train – course ID 1076388. Upcoming courses are being held on April 26, May 10, and June 21, 2018.
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) announce they are now accepting nominations for the third annual National Health Security Award. This award recognizes health departments that have demonstrated significant accomplishments in implementing health security-related initiatives within their jurisdictions. Applications will be accepted through June 1, 2018.
The State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Government Coordinating Council (SLTTGCC) has posted a recording of the SLTTGCC Real Time Forum - 2017 Las Vegas Mass Shootings Recovery Webinar recorded last February. John C. Steinbeck, Deputy Fire Chief of the Clark County Fire Department in Nevada presented on his role as incident commander during the 2017 Las Vegas Mass Shooting as well as Clark County’s short-term, immediate, and long term recovery strategy following the incident.
On March 22, 2018, FEMA released the updated Continuity Guidance Circular (CGC) following a nationwide, whole community effort to review and revise the guidance. The CGC guides efforts to develop and maintain the capability to ensure continuity of operations, continuity of government, and enduring constitutional government during an emergency that disrupts normal operations. Development and maintenance of continuity capabilities helps build and sustain a more resilient nation that is equipped to sustain essential functions and core capabilities while delivering critical services under all conditions.
The CGC describes federal and non-federal continuity efforts; outlines whole community continuity roles, responsibilities, and coordinating structures; and describes the process for building and maintaining capabilities to ensure the performance of essential functions and delivery of critical services and core capabilities.
Organizations and governments at all levels can draw upon the CGC as a reference when creating or revising continuity plans, programs, and processes. Many jurisdictions and organizations already have an existing continuity program and plan and will use the Circular to refine capabilities and processes.
Questions can be directed to FEMA-CGC@fema.dhs.gov.
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