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FEMA
Releases the NIMS Implementation Objectives
for Local, State, Tribal, and Territorial Jurisdictions
Today, FEMA released the National Incident Management System
(NIMS) Implementation Objectives for Local, State, Tribal, and Territorial
Jurisdictions. NIMS is a key component of U.S. incident management efforts. It
helps prepare the nation for catastrophic disasters by enabling organizations
from across the country to work together during all incidents, regardless of
size or type. Implementing NIMS across the nation is a fundamental part of
building a culture of preparedness. The NIMS Implementation Objectives identify
the specific activities that are involved in NIMS implementation for state,
local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) organizations and jurisdictions.
FEMA most recently revised the NIMS Implementation
Objectives for these organizations and jurisdictions in 2009. This update
ensures the objectives are consistent with the third edition of NIMS released
last year and incorporates stakeholder input, resulting in a more useful tool
for organizations seeking to implement NIMS.
FEMA has developed implementation indicators for each
Implementation Objective. These indicators serve as actionable activities that
jurisdictions can use to demonstrate NIMS implementation. The indicators are
not requirements or criteria, nor are the indicators intended as a checklist
for achieving the objectives. The indicators are a tool to assist jurisdictions
and organizations in meeting the new implementation objectives.
FEMA will host a series of webinars to discuss the NIMS
Implementation Objectives and answer related questions. For more information on
the webinars and to view the document, go to the FEMA website at https://www.fema.gov/implementation-guidance-and-reporting.
DHS Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan Resources
 Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. In the midst of the chaos, anyone can play an integral role in mitigating the impacts of an active shooter incident. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) aims to enhance preparedness through a "whole community" approach by providing products, tools, and resources to help you prepare for and respond to an active shooter incident. To access the most applicable information, please select one of the provided categories. In addition, you can find the active shooter resources translated into other common languages on the Translated Active Shooter Resources webpage learn more: www.dhs.gov/active-shooter-preparedness
- The Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan Guide supplements the Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan Video. Together, they create a virtual training tool designed to help develop an organization’s Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan.
- The Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan Video describes the fundamental concepts of developing an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for an active shooter scenario. This instructive video guides viewers through important considerations of EAP development utilizing the first-hand perspectives of active shooter survivors, first responder personnel, and other subject matter experts who share their unique insight.
- The Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan Template is a fillable form useful in documenting an organization’s Active Shooter Emergency Action Plan.
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Protect Your House of Worship With Free Resources
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The
Department of Homeland Security Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiative (DHS Center) partners with interagency and whole community
partners to offers numerous resources to assist faith-based and community
organizations with their efforts to prepare for all types of hazards, whether
natural or man-made.
Technical assistance is provided through presentations,
workshops, training, webinars, tabletop exercises, and training. Access to
these free resources can be found at www.fema.gov/faith-resources.
To access Active Shooter Resources please visit: https://www.dhs.gov/active-shooter-preparedness
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DHS Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiative
The DHS Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiative was created in 2006 by an executive order to help emergency managers effectively engage with faith and community-based groups. The DHS Center carries out the policies and program priorities of the White House Office of Faith-Based & Neighborhood Partnerships, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). |
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