For the public, getting clear, accurate information during a disaster can be as difficult as getting Bigfoot to hold still for a high res photo. Unfortunately, the local government entities can contribute to the problem with conflicting information, slow response times and lack of communication with other agencies. The result is that our credibility is damaged and they tune out. The answer? Collaboration, both internal and external. Join NAGC...

OpTac International presents its Harvard University award winning research on SWAT and Critical Incident Management to prepare and enhance the skills of law enforcement personnel responsible for the management of these extreme events. Law enforcement administrators, executive officers, incident and tactical commanders, and SWAT team personnel will benefit from an improved understanding of critical incident management, and its associated legal...

Five Traits of Authentic Drama-Free Leaders Presented by Marlene Chism, Author of Stop Workplace Drama Are you ready to eliminate the negativity and neutralize the time wasters at work? Are you literally sick and tired of the revolving door of complainers? Have you run out of options to get everyone to work together? Do you find yourself leaving work exhausted, overwhelmed and frustrated? Drama in the workplace drains your energy, impacts your...

Course Description: This program provides attendees with realistic guidelines and practical exercises to prepare for and enhance their command of Special Weapons and Tactics teams. Classroom presentations and tabletop exercises provide a detailed understanding of raid planning and execution, command post operations, legal and ethical decision-making, critical incident management, SWAT fitness, and tactical applications on emergency response op...

This meeting is designed for both high-level executives (in the c-suite and other upper-level management positions) AND for front-line emergency planning team and facilities managers. The diverse programming will offer case studies and high-level keynotes from those who have suffered from massive disasters, addressing needs/concerns for both parties to be able to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate future risk of crisis. Takeaw...

USGIF's Commercial Synthetic Aperture Radar Satellite and Earth Observation working groups cordially invite you to attend free unclassified workshops in cooperation with the NGA Commercial GEOINT Solutions Group (S5). The two-days of workshops introduce participants to the latest developments in commercial SAR and electro optical satellite imaging and applications. All state, local and federal employees interested in learning more about Synthe...

The United States Department of Homeland Security Office for Bombing Prevention Presents Surveillance Detection for Law Enforcement and Security Professionals This course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to establish surveillance detection operations to protect critical infrastructure during periods of elevated threat. This course increases awareness of terrorist tactics and attack history and illustrates the means and metho...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSE Does your organization have a plan for an active shooter event or hostage taking? Given today’s ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization’s incident response planning. A Unique Training Opportunity The National Protection and Programs Directorate Office of Infrastructure Protection within the...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSE Does your organization have a plan for an active shooter event or hostage taking? Given today’s ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization’s incident response planning. A Unique Training Opportunity The National Protection and Programs Directorate Office of Infrastructure Protection within the...

Bomb–making Materials Awareness Program December 13, 2012 Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism The Bomb-making Materials Awareness Program (BMAP) is a national program sponsored by The National Protection and Programs Directorate’s Office of Infrastructure Protection (NPPD/IP). A collaborative effort between the DHS Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), BMAP is designed to...