The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) has announced a new two-day training program designed to improve community preparedness and response in large-scale evacuation scenarios.
Developed by experienced fire and law service leaders, the program addresses key aspects of crisis management, focusing on leadership, strategic decision-making, and interagency cooperation.
The IAFC emphasizes that the program’s success is tied to the participation of leaders who can effect change within their organizations.
First responders who attend will learn to critically assess current practices and adapt strategies to handle potentially lengthy emergency situations.
The IAFC encourages participation from both fire and law enforcement agencies to foster early collaboration in managing complex evacuation events.
The program’s curriculum includes topics crucial for tactical leaders, particularly in crisis leadership, decentralized command, and decision-making.
Recognizing that efficient response in large-scale evacuations requires strong partnerships, the IAFC highlights sessions on building and strengthening agency relationships before a crisis strikes.
Attendees will review case studies and learn from past experiences to better prepare their agencies for unpredictable challenges.
A core component of the course is the Incident Command System, an essential structure for coordinating responses to emergency events.
Participants will also gain insights into planning and implementing training programs tailored to evacuation scenarios, enhancing preparedness across agencies.
The IAFC’s training includes two interactive tabletop exercises designed to simulate evacuation scenarios.
These exercises provide a hands-on approach for first responders to apply their skills in crisis leadership, decision-making, and command structures.
By addressing realistic evacuation challenges, these activities aim to prepare participants to respond swiftly and effectively in actual events.
Attendees will examine evacuation management strategies that consider diverse aspects of public safety, from law enforcement responses to fire service roles.
This practical training enables participants to refine their skills and align with best practices for comprehensive evacuation response.
The IAFC’s two-day course is scheduled from 8:30 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m.
each day.
Organizations interested in hosting the program can reach out to David Wolf at FireWolf LLC, as indicated in the IAFC announcement.
Additionally, the IAFC advises agencies to consider grant funding opportunities and encourages interested individuals to contact Derek Bullington at the IAFC for further information.
The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) has introduced a comprehensive two-day program aimed at equipping first responders with the skills needed for large-scale evacuation and crisis response.
The course focuses on leadership, decision-making, and fostering collaboration across fire and law enforcement agencies.
Key topics include the Incident Command System, crisis management strategies, and agency training programs, with two interactive tabletop exercises to simulate real-world scenarios.
Fire and law enforcement leaders are encouraged to attend with a readiness to evaluate and adapt current practices.
The IAFC offers scheduling flexibility and hosting options for interested agencies, with contact details for grant opportunities provided.
