With the latest series of natural disasters in Texas, Louisiana, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, and the crippling winter storms in the Northeast, has your organization realized it was not fully prepared to cope with a catastrophic event? Is your preparation adequate to maintain continuity of your government functions? Learn from others including the Director of the Department of Agriculture National Finance Center whose proven leadership success...

The Water Security Division of the Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water will conduct a webinar to assist drinking water and wastewater utilities in addressing the cybersecurity threat.The webinar will cover case studies, best practices, training and resources available for utilities.

In a crisis, effective government communication is more important than ever. From natural disasters to data breaches, government is often the primary source of information the public relies on for critical safety and security details. Join this complimentary webinar to rethink traditional crisis communication strategies and learn: The importance of proper preparation of an emergency communications plan for your agencyCommunication tips from e...

This course focuses on writing criteria for antiterrorism, continuity-of-operations (COOP) and resiliency, information security, physical security, operational security plans and operating procedures to meet Federal, State and local government requirements. What should be included in each type of plan is discussed in detail. Students will learn how to translate company policy into the five functional areas of every good plan. They will also le...

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Infrastructure Protection (IP) Region IX invites you to attend the National Protection and Programs Directorate KICKOFF Partnership Meeting. The purpose of this event is for IP Region IX’s Protective Security Advisor, and Regional Team to meet with our Kapolei Homeland Security partners to discuss issues and actions to improve readiness and resilience in the Kapolei district and...

The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program, hosted by the Washtenaw Metro SWAT Team, will be held April 26-27, 2018 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. MCOLES Certified-Use of 302 Funds approved for Michigan law enforcement agencies. An effective law enforcement response to critical incidents involving armed suspects can determine whether someone lives or dies. The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Progra...

The OpTac International Tactical Command Program, hosted by the Washtenaw Metro SWAT Team, will be held April 23-25, 2018 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. MCOLES Certified-Use of 302 Funds approved for Michigan law enforcement agencies. 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 d...

The OpTac International Police Sniper Program, hosted by the Greeley Police Dept., will be held April 9-13, 2018, in Greeley, Colorado. This intense program prepares law enforcement snipers for emergency response operations and surveillance details that require observation and concealment techniques. From basic to advanced techniques, this course will benefit officers without sniper experience, as well as veteran snipers. A strong emphasis is...

Every organization needs a business continuity plan to protect its critical operations, resources and services in the event of unexpected disasters and business disruptions. At the time of a disaster everyone in the organization relies on the business continuity plan to ensure continuity of business and to restore normal operating conditions. It is critically essential to build a plan that is reliable, comprehensive, and effective for any busi...

"Advancing a Government Wide Approach to CBRN Defense, Readiness, and Response" The 2018 Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium will provide a forum for members of the DoD, Federal Government, State and Local Government, Private Industry, Academia, and other relevant CBRN stakeholders to discuss the latest updates from key organizations involved in advancing a Whole of Government approach to improving CBRN defense, readiness, response and recove...