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SUMMARY:Full-Scale Exercise
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/full-scale-exercise-2/
LOCATION:Private Event
CATEGORIES:Exercise
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SUMMARY:Incident Command System for Executives: ICS I-402
DESCRIPTION:ICS-402\, Incident Command for Executives\, Administrators and Policy Makers\, a half-day course that introduces and provides the foundation for executive understanding and participation in the Incident Command System. This course is valuable to leaders in organizations who have the responsibility of refining or evaluating security\, emergency management or business continuity documentation. ESI offers this course as an in-person\, real-time virtual\, and virtual course to suit your organization. Complete this course as a group or at your own pace. To buy this course please click on the link: https://emergency-solutions-international.mykajabi.com/offers/YxoCFJr7/checkout \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nBasic concepts\, organization\, and terminology of Incident Command System (ICS)\nICS applications\nRole of an Executive/Senior Official relative to the ICS\nMajor responsibilities of an Executive/Senior Official as related to an incident\nFunctional responsibilities of the Command and General Staff\nIssues that influence incident complexity and the tools available to analyze complexity\nDifferences between on-incident ICS organizations and activities and the activities accomplished by Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs)\, Area Command\, and Multi-Agency Coordination Systems (MACS)\nTypes of agency(ies)\, policies and guidelines that influence management of incident or event activities\n\n  \n Target Audience \nExecutives and Senior Officials (including elected officials\, city/county managers\, agency administrators\, etc.) who establish or implement policy\, but who are normally not part of the on-scene ICS organization.\nEmergency Management leaders\, Business Consultants\, Cyber Security Program leaders or Safety Program leaders. \nDuration \nOne-half day (4 hours)   \n Pre-requisite \nNone
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/incident-command-system-for-executives-ics-i-402-2/
LOCATION:Private Event
CATEGORIES:ICS I-402, Incident Command System for Executives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240102T144844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T143003Z
UID:10000059-1732870800-1732881600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Building Manager Fire Safety
DESCRIPTION:Building owners are legally required and responsible for the fire safety of their properties. ESI’s Building Manager Fire Safety training offers essential fire and life safety knowledge that will give students the confidence to perform a fire safety self-assessment on specific buildings for which they are responsible. Routine fire prevention assessment is an inexpensive form of preventative maintenance that is a sound asset protection strategy. This will effectively increase tenant safety\, protect the investment\, and decrease building owners’ liability. \n  \nA well-designed fire safety plan will not only meet\, or exceed\, the prescriptive requirements of whatever act\, code\, ordinance/by-law\, or industry standard regulations that you are duty bound to follow – it will also act as an opportunity to conduct risk assessments\, take action to prevent\, limit\, or minimize the aftereffects of damages due to a fire-type event. Furthermore\, a well-designed fire safety plan can also formulate part of an overall evacuation plan for any number of scenarios that can be foreseen as risk to your building(s).   Lastly\, a sophisticated fire safety plan is a great jumping off point for reviewing safety procedures and developing a business continuing program in the case of an emergency situation. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nIntroduction and course outline\nTerms and terminologies\nWho should and should not be a fire/floor warden\nReview of the current fire safety plan\nTools required to be a fire/floor warden\nConducting drills/frequency of the same\nWhat to do upon discovery of an incident (fire or otherwise)\nWhat to do after the fire alarm activates (internal to the building)\nProcedures to follow once outside or in a fire safe compartment\nDebriefings after an incident or a drill\nUpdating the Fire Safety Plan/frequency of the same\n\nTarget Audience  \n\nFloor/Fire Wardens\nChief or Deputy Chief Fire Wardens (who have additional responsibility including preventive inspection\, meetings\, and overall creation of the fire safety plan and its implementation)\nBuilding owners/managers\n\nDuration \n3 Hours \nPrerequisite \nInstructors would like to receive the current fire safety plan of participants’ buildings. This will allow instructors to discuss your specific plan\, making the course more meaningful to you. It is expected that each participant will read and understand their plan prior to attending the course.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/building-manager-fire-safety-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Building Manager Fire Safety Training,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T182158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T143059Z
UID:10000054-1731574800-1731690000@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Advanced Incident Management: ICS I-400
DESCRIPTION:ICS-400\, Advanced Incident Management training and certificate for senior personnel and responders who are expected to perform in a management role in a complex incident environment rather than tactical. Expanding upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses\, ICS-400 emphasizes large-scale organizational development\, roles and relationships of the command and general staff\, and planning\, operational\, logistical\, and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. The course also describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination on complex incidents and events. Course participants will be better prepared to function as a supervisor in a larger incident or as a member of a Type 1 Incident Management Team. This advanced course also uses risk-based scenario tabletop activities to apply the curriculum. Custom scenarios may be developed for groups from a single organization. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nFundamentals review for Command and General Staff\nMajor and/or Complex Incident/Event Management\nArea Command\nMultiagency Coordination (MAC)\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who will serve as Command or General Staff in an ICS organization\, select department heads with multi-agency coordination system responsibilities\, area commanders\, emergency managers\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations center managers for expanding or Type 1 & 2 incidents. Community leader who have interoperability or Program responsibilities. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours)  \n Pre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-300  \nApplication of ICS 300 within your organization
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/advanced-incident-management-ics-i-400-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-400: Advanced Incident Command System
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T181757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T164726Z
UID:10000053-1729674000-1729857600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Intermediate Incident Command System : ICS I-300
DESCRIPTION:ICS-300\, Intermediate Incident Management\, this 2½ day course defines the unique qualities of an expanding situation. This course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently using the Incident Command System in a supervisory role during expanding incidents. Expanding upon ICS-100 and ICS-200 curriculum\, this course ensures that responders understand the ICS concepts that allow an incident management organization to expand and contract as needed to fit the incident and maintain its operational effectiveness\, while also providing an in-depth review of ICS fundamentals\, assessing incidents\, and setting objectives\, unified command\, resource management\, the planning process\, demobilization\, and transfer and termination of command in an incident. Participants will be facilitated to lead 4+ tabletop activities with consultations these tabletop scenarios may be created to use participant organization risk scenarios. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nRoles and Responsibilities\nInitial response activities\nStaffing and organizing\nRelationships and interactions with staff and other stakeholders\nExecutive-level interactions\nCommand’s direction\nExercise Learning Components\nMeetings\, Briefings and Support Activities\nIAP Prep and Approval\nExecuting Plan and Assessing Progress\nExternal Coordination\nTransitioning and Demobilization\nUse of tabletop activities which may be customized to reinforce training objectives\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who may assume a supervisory role in expanding incidents or Type 3 incidents\, such as command staff\, section chiefs\, strike team leaders\, task force leaders\, unit leaders\, division/group supervisors\, branch directors\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations centre staff.\nProgram administrators\, corporate leaders from moderate to high-risk organizations and workplaces. \nDuration \n2 ½ days (20 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-200
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/intermediate-incident-management-ics-i-300-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T181534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T130932Z
UID:10000052-1726131600-1726160400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Emergency Operations Center Management
DESCRIPTION:A group learning experience focusing on validating emergency planning documents and competencies of role players within the EOC and On-Site Command\, realistic tabletop exercises are developed. Utilizing digital simulation as a medium for realism\, customized tabletops are designed to challenge emergency management practitioners. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nICS review and EOC Fundamentals\nEOC setup and support during long duration events\nIncident Management Roles\nPPOST\, Management by Objectives (SMART)\, Incident Action Planning\, Planning P\nConcepts for selection of an EOC Facility\nConcepts for design of an EOC Facility\nConcepts for configuration of an EOC Facility\nConcepts for staffing of an EOC Facility\n\n Target Audience \nPersonnel interested in being involved in the activation and deactivation of an Emergency Operations Centre and its operations during an incident. \nDuration \nOne day (7 hours) \nPre-requisite \nICS-100 \nNote: All our courses are set at Eastern Time zone\, which is Toronto time. \n 
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/introduction-to-emergency-operations-center-management-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Emergency Operations Centre Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T180705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T151222Z
UID:10000051-1724317200-1724432400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Basic Incident Command System: ICS I-200
DESCRIPTION:ICS-200\, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response\, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS)\, provides the context for ICS within initial response\, and supports higher level ICS training. This two-day course provides training on\, and resources for\, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within their organization using the Incident Command System. A number of tabletop activities assists participants to understand and apply the course curriculum.  At the completion of this course\, you will be able to: apply the 14 ICS principles to response situations\, understand Principles of Leadership\, set objectives to set up an Incident Action Plan\, organize a response organization based upon objectives\, and initiate Command\, Unified Command and Transfer of Command. This course is essential for response personnel at the supervisory level who are involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nLeadership & Management\nDelegation of Authority & Management by Objectives\nFunctional Areas & Positions\nBriefings\nOrganizational Flexibility\nTransfer of Command\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponse personnel at the supervisory level.\nProgram Managers and Training Staff.\nCorporation Representatives from moderate to high risk workplaces. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-100
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/basic-incident-command-system-ics-i-200-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-200: Basic ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240102T142325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T190245Z
UID:10000056-1720688400-1720706400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Workplace Violence
DESCRIPTION:Increasingly\, workplace violence incidents are affecting organizations and their employees.  Provinces and States are requiring employers to draft and implement workplace violence programs.  ESI is pleased to offer the Workplace Violence Training and Workshop\, designed to assist management and staff to deal with these challenges. \nCourse Overview:  \nThe ESI Workplace Violence Training and Workshop with tabletop exercise provides crucial insights and practical skills to effectively prepare for\, predict\, respond to\, and manage these complex and traumatic scenarios.  Through a blend of theoretical presentation and customized tabletop exercise scenarios\, participants will discuss how to assess threats\, make informed decisions under pressure\, and implement strategic responses to mitigate harm and protect lives.  Covering topics such as prevention of an incident\, de-escalation procedures\, evacuation protocols\, necessary actions\, crisis communication\, and post-incident support\, the course equips individuals with the knowledge and confidence to enhance their situational awareness and readiness.  This course empowers participants by helping them to create a safer work environment and develop critical skills to appropriately respond if presented with an unthinkable challenge. \nDuring an incident\, interoperability with First Responders is critical.  By delving into real-world simulations\, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics at play during such incidents and how to work collaboratively with law enforcement and emergency services.  The integration of the Incident Command System (ICS) presents a common language and principles when working with response agencies and is introduced to participants in this course. \nBeyond the response phase\, the Workplace Violence course provides program leaders with ideas to create a sustainable “program” which ties into a CSA/NFPA compliant Emergency Management Program.  The Workplace Violence Training & Workshop provides a foundation for organizational leaders charged with building and validating Province or State-required workplace violence programs. \nCourse Topics: \n\nOverview of workplace violence\nThe evolution of the active shooter\nPrevention of workplace violence\nCrime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)\nHow to identify a threat\nIntegration of the Incident Command System (ICS)\nRecognizing the escalation to violence\nCrisis Communication\nDe-escalation techniques\nInteroperability with Policing Agencies\nProtection: Preparedness and Control\nEmergency Operations Center (if applicable)\nResponse procedures\nProgram documentation considerations\n\n  \nTarget Audience is staff and program managers from: \n\nPublic-facing operations\nIndustry\nOffice complexes/High-rise buildings\nCritical infrastructure\nPlaces of Assembly\nMass Gatherings\n\n  \nDuration:  3-5 hours \n  \nPrerequisites:  There is no pre-requisite for this course\, however\, Incident Command System for Executives (I-402) or Introduction to ICS (I-100) is recommended. \n 
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/workplace-violence-and-active-shooter/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workplace Violence
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240111T001741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T151409Z
UID:10000063-1719910800-1720094400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Intermediate Incident Command System : ICS I-300
DESCRIPTION:ICS-300\, Intermediate Incident Management\, this 2½ day course defines the unique qualities of an expanding situation. This course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently using the Incident Command System in a supervisory role during expanding incidents. Expanding upon ICS-100 and ICS-200 curriculum\, this course ensures that responders understand the ICS concepts that allow an incident management organization to expand and contract as needed to fit the incident and maintain its operational effectiveness\, while also providing an in-depth review of ICS fundamentals\, assessing incidents\, and setting objectives\, unified command\, resource management\, the planning process\, demobilization\, and transfer and termination of command in an incident. Participants will be facilitated to lead 4+ tabletop activities with consultations these tabletop scenarios may be created to use participant organization risk scenarios. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nRoles and Responsibilities\nInitial response activities\nStaffing and organizing\nRelationships and interactions with staff and other stakeholders\nExecutive-level interactions\nCommand’s direction\nExercise Learning Components\nMeetings\, Briefings and Support Activities\nIAP Prep and Approval\nExecuting Plan and Assessing Progress\nExternal Coordination\nTransitioning and Demobilization\nUse of tabletop activities which may be customized to reinforce training objectives\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who may assume a supervisory role in expanding incidents or Type 3 incidents\, such as command staff\, section chiefs\, strike team leaders\, task force leaders\, unit leaders\, division/group supervisors\, branch directors\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations centre staff.\nProgram administrators\, corporate leaders from moderate to high-risk organizations and workplaces. \nDuration \n2 ½ days (20 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-200 \nPlease note: All our courses are set on eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/intermediate-incident-command-system-ics-i-300/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240102T144654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T223402Z
UID:10000058-1718355600-1718366400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Building Manager Fire Safety
DESCRIPTION:Building owners are legally required and responsible for the fire safety of their properties. ESI’s Building Manager Fire Safety training offers essential fire and life safety knowledge that will give students the confidence to perform a fire safety self-assessment on specific buildings for which they are responsible. Routine fire prevention assessment is an inexpensive form of preventative maintenance that is a sound asset protection strategy. This will effectively increase tenant safety\, protect the investment\, and decrease building owners’ liability. \n  \nA well-designed fire safety plan will not only meet\, or exceed\, the prescriptive requirements of whatever act\, code\, ordinance/by-law\, or industry standard regulations that you are duty bound to follow – it will also act as an opportunity to conduct risk assessments\, take action to prevent\, limit\, or minimize the aftereffects of damages due to a fire-type event. Furthermore\, a well-designed fire safety plan can also formulate part of an overall evacuation plan for any number of scenarios that can be foreseen as risk to your building(s).   Lastly\, a sophisticated fire safety plan is a great jumping off point for reviewing safety procedures and developing a business continuing program in the case of an emergency situation. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nIntroduction and course outline\nTerms and terminologies\nWho should and should not be a fire/floor warden\nReview of the current fire safety plan\nTools required to be a fire/floor warden\nConducting drills/frequency of the same\nWhat to do upon discovery of an incident (fire or otherwise)\nWhat to do after the fire alarm activates (internal to the building)\nProcedures to follow once outside or in a fire safe compartment\nDebriefings after an incident or a drill\nUpdating the Fire Safety Plan/frequency of the same\n\nTarget Audience  \n\nFloor/Fire Wardens\nChief or Deputy Chief Fire Wardens (who have additional responsibility including preventive inspection\, meetings\, and overall creation of the fire safety plan and its implementation)\nBuilding owners/managers\n\nDuration \n3 Hours \nPrerequisite \nInstructors would like to receive the current fire safety plan of participants’ buildings. This will allow instructors to discuss your specific plan\, making the course more meaningful to you. It is expected that each participant will read and understand their plan prior to attending the course.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/building-manager-fire-safety-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Building Manager Fire Safety Training,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240109T133353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T170023Z
UID:10000062-1717750800-1717779600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Crisis Communication: The Role of the Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:This introductory level course builds upon ICS 100\, providing participants with an overview of key duties and responsibilities of an Information Officer in an All Hazard Incident Management Team (AHIMT). \nThis PIO course is designed to familiarize participants with the concepts underlying the PIO role and provide a basic understanding of the PIO function for those new to the position.  Additionally\, it can offer those in executive-level roles the necessary knowledge of the PIO role and responsibilities during an emergency situation as well as preparation in an organization. \nWith a view toward validating emergency planning documents and competencies of role players within the Emergency Operations Centre and On-Site Command\, realistic tabletop exercises are used to reinforce the teachings of the course curriculum. The course includes a review of real-time interviews and briefings gone wrong and properly handled. Participants will also engage in the preparation of media advisories\, releases\, and real-time media scenarios. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nThe importance of emergency public information and of being proactive.\nRole and functions of the PIO.\nTypes of written products used in public information activities.\nPreparation techniques that contribute to a successful media interview.\nThe 8-Step Model for Strategic Communications to a public awareness campaign.\n\nDuration \n1 Day \nPre-requisites \nWhile not required\, ICS I-100\, Introduction to the Incident Command System or I-402\, ICS for Executives are recommended pre-requisites.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/public-information-officer-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T180055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T122421Z
UID:10000050-1716282000-1716292800@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Incident Command System for Executives: ICS I-402
DESCRIPTION:ICS-402\, Incident Command for Executives\, Administrators and Policy Makers\, a half-day course that introduces and provides the foundation for executive understanding and participation in the Incident Command System. This course is valuable to leaders in organizations who have the responsibility of refining or evaluating security\, emergency management or business continuity documentation. ESI offers this course as an in-person\, real-time virtual\, and virtual course to suit your organization. Complete this course as a group or at your own pace. To buy this course please click on the link: https://emergency-solutions-international.mykajabi.com/offers/YxoCFJr7/checkout \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nBasic concepts\, organization\, and terminology of Incident Command System (ICS)\nICS applications\nRole of an Executive/Senior Official relative to the ICS\nMajor responsibilities of an Executive/Senior Official as related to an incident\nFunctional responsibilities of the Command and General Staff\nIssues that influence incident complexity and the tools available to analyze complexity\nDifferences between on-incident ICS organizations and activities and the activities accomplished by Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs)\, Area Command\, and Multi-Agency Coordination Systems (MACS)\nTypes of agency(ies)\, policies and guidelines that influence management of incident or event activities\n\n  \n Target Audience \nExecutives and Senior Officials (including elected officials\, city/county managers\, agency administrators\, etc.) who establish or implement policy\, but who are normally not part of the on-scene ICS organization.\nEmergency Management leaders\, Business Consultants\, Cyber Security Program leaders or Safety Program leaders. \nDuration \nOne-half day (4 hours)   \n Pre-requisite \nNone
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/incident-command-system-for-executives-ics-i-402/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-402, Incident Command System for Executives
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240102T144423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T132042Z
UID:10000057-1714726800-1714737600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Building Manager Fire Safety
DESCRIPTION:Building owners are legally required and responsible for the fire safety of their properties. ESI’s Building Manager Fire Safety training offers essential fire and life safety knowledge that will give students the confidence to perform a fire safety self-assessment on specific buildings for which they are responsible. Routine fire prevention assessment is an inexpensive form of preventative maintenance that is a sound asset protection strategy. This will effectively increase tenant safety\, protect the investment\, and decrease building owners’ liability. \n  \nA well-designed fire safety plan will not only meet\, or exceed\, the prescriptive requirements of whatever act\, code\, ordinance/by-law\, or industry standard regulations that you are duty bound to follow – it will also act as an opportunity to conduct risk assessments\, take action to prevent\, limit\, or minimize the aftereffects of damages due to a fire-type event. Furthermore\, a well-designed fire safety plan can also formulate part of an overall evacuation plan for any number of scenarios that can be foreseen as risk to your building(s).   Lastly\, a sophisticated fire safety plan is a great jumping off point for reviewing safety procedures and developing a business continuing program in the case of an emergency situation. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nIntroduction and course outline\nTerms and terminologies\nWho should and should not be a fire/floor warden\nReview of the current fire safety plan\nTools required to be a fire/floor warden\nConducting drills/frequency of the same\nWhat to do upon discovery of an incident (fire or otherwise)\nWhat to do after the fire alarm activates (internal to the building)\nProcedures to follow once outside or in a fire safe compartment\nDebriefings after an incident or a drill\nUpdating the Fire Safety Plan/frequency of the same\n\nTarget Audience  \n\nFloor/Fire Wardens\nChief or Deputy Chief Fire Wardens (who have additional responsibility including preventive inspection\, meetings\, and overall creation of the fire safety plan and its implementation)\nBuilding owners/managers\n\nDuration \n3 Hours \nPrerequisite \nInstructors would like to receive the current fire safety plan of participants’ buildings. This will allow instructors to discuss your specific plan\, making the course more meaningful to you. It is expected that each participant will read and understand their plan prior to attending the course.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/building-manager-fire-safety-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Building Manager Fire Safety Training,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240109T132827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T122230Z
UID:10000061-1713862800-1713891600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Crisis Communication: The Role of the Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:This introductory level course builds upon ICS 100\, providing participants with an overview of key duties and responsibilities of an Information Officer in an All Hazard Incident Management Team (AHIMT). \nThis PIO course is designed to familiarize participants with the concepts underlying the PIO role and provide a basic understanding of the PIO function for those new to the position.  Additionally\, it can offer those in executive-level roles the necessary knowledge of the PIO role and responsibilities during an emergency situation as well as preparation in an organization. \nWith a view toward validating emergency planning documents and competencies of role players within the Emergency Operations Centre and On-Site Command\, realistic tabletop exercises are used to reinforce the teachings of the course curriculum. The course includes a review of real-time interviews and briefings gone wrong and properly handled. Participants will also engage in the preparation of media advisories\, releases\, and real-time media scenarios. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nThe importance of emergency public information and of being proactive.\nRole and functions of the PIO.\nTypes of written products used in public information activities.\nPreparation techniques that contribute to a successful media interview.\nThe 8-Step Model for Strategic Communications to a public awareness campaign.\n\nDuration \n1 Day \nPre-requisites \nWhile not required\, ICS I-100\, Introduction to the Incident Command System or I-402\, ICS for Executives are recommended pre-requisites.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/public-information-officer/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240226T153859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T153859Z
UID:10000064-1712739600-1712854800@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Basic Incident Command System: ICS I-200
DESCRIPTION:ICS-200\, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response\, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS)\, provides the context for ICS within initial response\, and supports higher level ICS training. This two-day course provides training on\, and resources for\, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within their organization using the Incident Command System. A number of tabletop activities assists participants to understand and apply the course curriculum.  At the completion of this course\, you will be able to: apply the 14 ICS principles to response situations\, understand Principles of Leadership\, set objectives to set up an Incident Action Plan\, organize a response organization based upon objectives\, and initiate Command\, Unified Command and Transfer of Command. This course is essential for response personnel at the supervisory level who are involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nLeadership & Management\nDelegation of Authority & Management by Objectives\nFunctional Areas & Positions\nBriefings\nOrganizational Flexibility\nTransfer of Command\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponse personnel at the supervisory level.\nProgram Managers and Training Staff.\nCorporation Representatives from moderate to high risk workplaces. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-100 \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/basic-incident-command-system-ics-i-200-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-200: Basic ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T175522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T192102Z
UID:10000049-1712739600-1712854800@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Advanced Incident Management: ICS I-400
DESCRIPTION:ICS-400\, Advanced Incident Management training and certificate for senior personnel and responders who are expected to perform in a management role in a complex incident environment rather than tactical. Expanding upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses\, ICS-400 emphasizes large-scale organizational development\, roles and relationships of the command and general staff\, and planning\, operational\, logistical\, and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. The course also describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination on complex incidents and events. Course participants will be better prepared to function as a supervisor in a larger incident or as a member of a Type 1 Incident Management Team. This advanced course also uses risk-based scenario tabletop activities to apply the curriculum. Custom scenarios may be developed for groups from a single organization. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nFundamentals review for Command and General Staff\nMajor and/or Complex Incident/Event Management\nArea Command\nMultiagency Coordination (MAC)\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who will serve as Command or General Staff in an ICS organization\, select department heads with multi-agency coordination system responsibilities\, area commanders\, emergency managers\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations center managers for expanding or Type 1 & 2 incidents. Community leader who have interoperability or Program responsibilities. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours)  \n Pre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-300  \nApplication of ICS 300 within your organization \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to Eastern Time Zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/advanced-incident-management-ics-i-400-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-400: Advanced Incident Command System
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T174626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T002130Z
UID:10000048-1711443600-1711627200@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Intermediate Incident Command System : ICS I-300
DESCRIPTION:ICS-300\, Intermediate Incident Management\, this 2½ day course defines the unique qualities of an expanding situation. This course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently using the Incident Command System in a supervisory role during expanding incidents. Expanding upon ICS-100 and ICS-200 curriculum\, this course ensures that responders understand the ICS concepts that allow an incident management organization to expand and contract as needed to fit the incident and maintain its operational effectiveness\, while also providing an in-depth review of ICS fundamentals\, assessing incidents\, and setting objectives\, unified command\, resource management\, the planning process\, demobilization\, and transfer and termination of command in an incident. Participants will be facilitated to lead 4+ tabletop activities with consultations these tabletop scenarios may be created to use participant organization risk scenarios. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nRoles and Responsibilities\nInitial response activities\nStaffing and organizing\nRelationships and interactions with staff and other stakeholders\nExecutive-level interactions\nCommand’s direction\nExercise Learning Components\nMeetings\, Briefings and Support Activities\nIAP Prep and Approval\nExecuting Plan and Assessing Progress\nExternal Coordination\nTransitioning and Demobilization\nUse of tabletop activities which may be customized to reinforce training objectives\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who may assume a supervisory role in expanding incidents or Type 3 incidents\, such as command staff\, section chiefs\, strike team leaders\, task force leaders\, unit leaders\, division/group supervisors\, branch directors\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations centre staff.\nProgram administrators\, corporate leaders from moderate to high-risk organizations and workplaces. \nDuration \n2 ½ days (20 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-200 \nPlease note: All our courses are set on eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/intermediate-incident-management-ics-i-300-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T154629Z
UID:10000044-1709629200-1709658000@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Emergency Operations Center Management
DESCRIPTION:A group learning experience focusing on validating emergency planning documents and competencies of role players within the EOC and On-Site Command\, realistic tabletop exercises are developed. Utilizing digital simulation as a medium for realism\, customized tabletops are designed to challenge emergency management practitioners. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nICS review and EOC Fundamentals\nEOC setup and support during long duration events\nIncident Management Roles\nPPOST\, Management by Objectives (SMART)\, Incident Action Planning\, Planning P\nConcepts for selection of an EOC Facility\nConcepts for design of an EOC Facility\nConcepts for configuration of an EOC Facility\nConcepts for staffing of an EOC Facility\n\n Target Audience \nPersonnel interested in being involved in the activation and deactivation of an Emergency Operations Centre and its operations during an incident. \nDuration \nOne day (7 hours) \nPre-requisite \nICS-100 \nNote: All our courses are set at Eastern Time zone\, which is Toronto time. \n 
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/introduction-to-emergency-operations-center-management-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Emergency Operations Centre Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20240102T154844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T191137Z
UID:10000060-1709629200-1709647200@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Workplace Violence
DESCRIPTION:Increasingly\, workplace violence incidents are affecting organizations and their employees.  Provinces and States are requiring employers to draft and implement workplace violence programs.  ESI is pleased to offer the Workplace Violence Training and Workshop\, designed to assist management and staff to deal with these challenges. \nCourse Overview:  \nThe ESI Workplace Violence Training and Workshop with tabletop exercise provides crucial insights and practical skills to effectively prepare for\, predict\, respond to\, and manage these complex and traumatic scenarios.  Through a blend of theoretical presentation and customized tabletop exercise scenarios\, participants will discuss how to assess threats\, make informed decisions under pressure\, and implement strategic responses to mitigate harm and protect lives.  Covering topics such as prevention of an incident\, de-escalation procedures\, evacuation protocols\, necessary actions\, crisis communication\, and post-incident support\, the course equips individuals with the knowledge and confidence to enhance their situational awareness and readiness.  This course empowers participants by helping them to create a safer work environment and develop critical skills to appropriately respond if presented with an unthinkable challenge. \nDuring an incident\, interoperability with First Responders is critical.  By delving into real-world simulations\, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics at play during such incidents and how to work collaboratively with law enforcement and emergency services.  The integration of the Incident Command System (ICS) presents a common language and principles when working with response agencies and is introduced to participants in this course. \nBeyond the response phase\, the Workplace Violence course provides program leaders with ideas to create a sustainable “program” which ties into a CSA/NFPA compliant Emergency Management Program.  The Workplace Violence Training & Workshop provides a foundation for organizational leaders charged with building and validating Province or State-required workplace violence programs. \nCourse Topics: \n\nOverview of workplace violence\nThe evolution of the active shooter\nPrevention of workplace violence\nCrime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)\nHow to identify a threat\nIntegration of the Incident Command System (ICS)\nRecognizing the escalation to violence\nCrisis Communication\nDe-escalation techniques\nInteroperability with Policing Agencies\nProtection: Preparedness and Control\nEmergency Operations Center (if applicable)\nResponse procedures\nProgram documentation considerations\n\n  \nTarget Audience is staff and program managers from: \n\nPublic-facing operations\nIndustry\nOffice complexes/High-rise buildings\nCritical infrastructure\nPlaces of Assembly\nMass Gatherings\n\n  \nDuration:  3-5 hours \n  \nPrerequisites:  There is no pre-requisite for this course\, however\, Incident Command System for Executives (I-402) or Introduction to ICS (I-100) is recommended.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/workplace-violence-and-active-shooter-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workplace Violence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20231228T172112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T155754Z
UID:10000043-1708592400-1708707600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Basic Incident Command System: ICS I-200
DESCRIPTION:ICS-200\, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response\, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS)\, provides the context for ICS within initial response\, and supports higher level ICS training. This two-day course provides training on\, and resources for\, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within their organization using the Incident Command System. A number of tabletop activities assists participants to understand and apply the course curriculum.  At the completion of this course\, you will be able to: apply the 14 ICS principles to response situations\, understand Principles of Leadership\, set objectives to set up an Incident Action Plan\, organize a response organization based upon objectives\, and initiate Command\, Unified Command and Transfer of Command. This course is essential for response personnel at the supervisory level who are involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nLeadership & Management\nDelegation of Authority & Management by Objectives\nFunctional Areas & Positions\nBriefings\nOrganizational Flexibility\nTransfer of Command\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponse personnel at the supervisory level.\nProgram Managers and Training Staff.\nCorporation Representatives from moderate to high risk workplaces. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-100 \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/basic-incident-command-system-ics-i-200/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-200: Basic ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220908T142310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T180759Z
UID:10000002-1705568400-1705683600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Basic Incident Command System: ICS I-200
DESCRIPTION:ICS-200\, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response\, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS)\, provides the context for ICS within initial response\, and supports higher level ICS training. This two-day course provides training on\, and resources for\, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within their organization using the Incident Command System. A number of tabletop activities assists participants to understand and apply the course curriculum.  At the completion of this course\, you will be able to: apply the 14 ICS principles to response situations\, understand Principles of Leadership\, set objectives to set up an Incident Action Plan\, organize a response organization based upon objectives\, and initiate Command\, Unified Command and Transfer of Command. This course is essential for response personnel at the supervisory level who are involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nLeadership & Management\nDelegation of Authority & Management by Objectives\nFunctional Areas & Positions\nBriefings\nOrganizational Flexibility\nTransfer of Command\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponse personnel at the supervisory level.\nProgram Managers and Training Staff.\nCorporation Representatives from moderate to high risk workplaces. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-100 \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/basic-incident-command-system-ics-i-200-in-person-at-the-rodd-miramichi/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-200: Basic ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220124T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T193054Z
UID:10000032-1702638000-1702652400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Incident Command System for Executives: ICS I-402
DESCRIPTION:ICS-402\, Incident Command for Executives\, Administrators and Policy Makers\, a half-day course that introduces and provides the foundation for executive understanding and participation in the Incident Command System. This course is valuable to leaders in organizations who have the responsibility of refining or evaluating security\, emergency management or business continuity documentation. ESI offers this course as an in-person\, real-time virtual\, and virtual course to suit your organization. Complete this course as a group or at your own pace. To buy this course please click on the link: https://emergency-solutions-international.mykajabi.com/offers/YxoCFJr7/checkout \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nBasic concepts\, organization\, and terminology of Incident Command System (ICS)\nICS applications\nRole of an Executive/Senior Official relative to the ICS\nMajor responsibilities of an Executive/Senior Official as related to an incident\nFunctional responsibilities of the Command and General Staff\nIssues that influence incident complexity and the tools available to analyze complexity\nDifferences between on-incident ICS organizations and activities and the activities accomplished by Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs)\, Area Command\, and Multi-Agency Coordination Systems (MACS)\nTypes of agency(ies)\, policies and guidelines that influence management of incident or event activities\n\n  \n Target Audience \nExecutives and Senior Officials (including elected officials\, city/county managers\, agency administrators\, etc.) who establish or implement policy\, but who are normally not part of the on-scene ICS organization.\nEmergency Management leaders\, Business Consultants\, Cyber Security Program leaders or Safety Program leaders. \nDuration \nOne-half day (4 hours)   \n Pre-requisite \nNone \nNote: All our courses are set at Eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/incident-command-system-for-executives-ics-402/
CATEGORIES:ICS I-402, Incident Command System for Executives
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231209
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220215T145556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T162923Z
UID:10000036-1701734400-1702079999@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Safety Officer
DESCRIPTION:Building upon ICS foundational courses\, the Safety Officer course provides government and private industry emergency responders with a robust understanding of the duties\, responsibilities\, and capabilities of an effective Safety Officer (SOFR) on an Incident Management Team (IMT). These responsibilities fall into two categories: \n\nResponding to the incident and the safety needs of the incident\, and\nEffectively fulfilling the position responsibilities of a Safety Officer on an Incident Management Team.\n\nThis course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion\, lecture\, and active participation in multiple exercises that provides a realistic\, hands-on approach to mastering the skills required of a Safety Officer. \nPlease Note: 75% of funding for the course fees as a rebate to support professional development and safety within organizations. Please contact contactus@esintl.ca or 1-506-333-2555 for more information\, restrictions apply. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics\n \n\nRoles and responsibilities of the position and assistants\nActions required upon arriving at an incident\nRelationships with other IMT staff\nEstablishing safety systems and supporting organization\nBest practices\nSafety plans\nSupporting the Incident Action Plan development process\nRequirements for documentation\nRisk Hazard Analysis and other forms\nMeetings\, briefings\, and support activities\nSafety Officer role in demobilization\nSafety Officer role in ensuring safe incident facilities\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponders subject to filling the ICS Safety Officer position \nDuration\n3 days (24 hours) \n  \nPre-requisite \nICS-300 \nNote: All our courses are set according to the eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time. 
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/safety-officer/
LOCATION:Union Club\, 125 Germain Street\, Saint John\, NB\, E2L 2E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ICS Canada - Safety Officer,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220124T191135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T153338Z
UID:10000033-1699516800-1699628400@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Advanced Incident Management: ICS I-400
DESCRIPTION:ICS-400\, Advanced Incident Management training and certificate for senior personnel and responders who are expected to perform in a management role in a complex incident environment rather than tactical. Expanding upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses\, ICS-400 emphasizes large-scale organizational development\, roles and relationships of the command and general staff\, and planning\, operational\, logistical\, and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. The course also describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination on complex incidents and events. Course participants will be better prepared to function as a supervisor in a larger incident or as a member of a Type 1 Incident Management Team. This advanced course also uses risk-based scenario tabletop activities to apply the curriculum. Custom scenarios may be developed for groups from a single organization. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nFundamentals review for Command and General Staff\nMajor and/or Complex Incident/Event Management\nArea Command\nMultiagency Coordination (MAC)\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who will serve as Command or General Staff in an ICS organization\, select department heads with multi-agency coordination system responsibilities\, area commanders\, emergency managers\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations center managers for expanding or Type 1 & 2 incidents. Community leader who have interoperability or Program responsibilities. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours)  \n Pre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-300  \nApplication of ICS 300 within your organization \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to Eastern Time Zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/advanced-incident-management-ics-400-4/
CATEGORIES:ICS I-400: Advanced Incident Command System
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220908T153803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T153803Z
UID:10000012-1696492800-1696521600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Intermediate Emergency Operations Center Management
DESCRIPTION:This intermediate level builds upon Introduction to  EOC Management Course\, where participants are taken through the essentials of managing an Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) in a time of crisis.  Where possible\, a crisis communications module (Public Information Officer) is introduced to add the current challenges presented by traditional and citizen (social) media to the course. The Intermediate Emergency Operations Center Management course is designed to provide next level experience on the role of PIO as it relates to Crisis Communications\, Planning Process\, Emergency Support functions\, how to manage resources Pre and Post EOC activation and demobilization\, how to carefully assess various risks etc. This course would also provide a holistic comprehensive understanding on Business Continuity and Program Management in times of crisis as an EOC Manager. As Canada works to standardize the EOC education curriculum\, ESI welcomes leaders to review this course with leaders to review this course with leaders to review this course with a view towards improvement and standardization with existing community programs. \nTable-top Drills for On Site Command and the Emergency Operations Centre  \nWith a view toward validating emergency planning documents and competencies of role players within the EOC and On-Site Command\, realistic tabletop exercises are used to reinforce the teachings of the course curriculum.  Utilizing digital simulation as a medium for realism\, customized tabletops are designed to challenge emergency management practitioners. \nCourse Objectives \nAt the completion of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the role EOCs play in overall multiagency coordination.\nPerform necessary actions for Crisis Communication (PIO role).\nCarry out efficiently and effectively The Planning Process.\nExplain and Conduct Emergency Support Functions.\nPerform proper Resource Management.\nConduct Incident Risk Assessments as part of the EOC Management Function.\nProvide relevant support for overall Business Continuity.\nGiven a scenario-based incident\, utilize key EOC concepts to successfully complete group scenarios.\n\nDuration \n1 day \nPre-requisites \nIntroduction to Emergency Operations Center Management Course. While not required\, ICS I-100\, Introduction to the Incident Command System or I-402\, ICS for Executives are recommended to take as pre-requisites.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/intermediate-emergency-operations-center-management-2/
CATEGORIES:Emergency Operations Centre Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220908T154249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T154259Z
UID:10000013-1693900800-1694098800@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Basic Incident Command System: ICS I-200
DESCRIPTION:ICS-200\, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response\, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS)\, provides the context for ICS within initial response\, and supports higher level ICS training. This two-day course provides training on\, and resources for\, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within their organization using the Incident Command System. A number of tabletop activities assists participants to understand and apply the course curriculum.  At the completion of this course\, you will be able to: apply the 14 ICS principles to response situations\, understand Principles of Leadership\, set objectives to set up an Incident Action Plan\, organize a response organization based upon objectives\, and initiate Command\, Unified Command and Transfer of Command. This course is essential for response personnel at the supervisory level who are involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nLeadership & Management\nDelegation of Authority & Management by Objectives\nFunctional Areas & Positions\nBriefings\nOrganizational Flexibility\nTransfer of Command\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponse personnel at the supervisory level.\nProgram Managers and Training Staff.\nCorporation Representatives from moderate to high risk workplaces. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-100 \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/basic-incident-command-system-ics-i-200-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-200: Basic ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230825T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T191647
CREATED:20220124T184130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T161704Z
UID:10000029-1692864000-1692975600@esintl.ca
SUMMARY:Basic Incident Command System: ICS I-200
DESCRIPTION:ICS-200\, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response\, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS)\, provides the context for ICS within initial response\, and supports higher level ICS training. This two-day course provides training on\, and resources for\, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within their organization using the Incident Command System. A number of tabletop activities assists participants to understand and apply the course curriculum.  At the completion of this course\, you will be able to: apply the 14 ICS principles to response situations\, understand Principles of Leadership\, set objectives to set up an Incident Action Plan\, organize a response organization based upon objectives\, and initiate Command\, Unified Command and Transfer of Command. This course is essential for response personnel at the supervisory level who are involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts. \n  \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nLeadership & Management\nDelegation of Authority & Management by Objectives\nFunctional Areas & Positions\nBriefings\nOrganizational Flexibility\nTransfer of Command\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nResponse personnel at the supervisory level.\nProgram Managers and Training Staff.\nCorporation Representatives from moderate to high risk workplaces. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-100 \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/basic-incident-command-system-ics-200/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-200: Basic ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Incident Management : ICS I-300
DESCRIPTION:ICS-300\, Intermediate Incident Management\, this 2½ day course defines the unique qualities of an expanding situation. This course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently using the Incident Command System in a supervisory role during expanding incidents. Expanding upon ICS-100 and ICS-200 curriculum\, this course ensures that responders understand the ICS concepts that allow an incident management organization to expand and contract as needed to fit the incident and maintain its operational effectiveness\, while also providing an in-depth review of ICS fundamentals\, assessing incidents\, and setting objectives\, unified command\, resource management\, the planning process\, demobilization\, and transfer and termination of command in an incident. Participants will be facilitated to lead 4+ tabletop activities with consultations these tabletop scenarios may be created to use participant organization risk scenarios. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nRoles and Responsibilities\nInitial response activities\nStaffing and organizing\nRelationships and interactions with staff and other stakeholders\nExecutive-level interactions\nCommand’s direction\nExercise Learning Components\nMeetings\, Briefings and Support Activities\nIAP Prep and Approval\nExecuting Plan and Assessing Progress\nExternal Coordination\nTransitioning and Demobilization\nUse of tabletop activities which may be customized to reinforce training objectives\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who may assume a supervisory role in expanding incidents or Type 3 incidents\, such as command staff\, section chiefs\, strike team leaders\, task force leaders\, unit leaders\, division/group supervisors\, branch directors\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations centre staff.\nProgram administrators\, corporate leaders from moderate to high-risk organizations and workplaces. \nDuration \n2 ½ days (20 hours) \nPre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-200 \nPlease note: All our courses are set on eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/intermediate-incident-management-ics-i-300-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ICS I-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents,ICS Progressive Series of Courses
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SUMMARY:Advanced Incident Management: ICS I-400
DESCRIPTION:ICS-400\, Advanced Incident Management training and certificate for senior personnel and responders who are expected to perform in a management role in a complex incident environment rather than tactical. Expanding upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses\, ICS-400 emphasizes large-scale organizational development\, roles and relationships of the command and general staff\, and planning\, operational\, logistical\, and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. The course also describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination on complex incidents and events. Course participants will be better prepared to function as a supervisor in a larger incident or as a member of a Type 1 Incident Management Team. This advanced course also uses risk-based scenario tabletop activities to apply the curriculum. Custom scenarios may be developed for groups from a single organization. \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nFundamentals review for Command and General Staff\nMajor and/or Complex Incident/Event Management\nArea Command\nMultiagency Coordination (MAC)\n\n Target Audience \nResponders who will serve as Command or General Staff in an ICS organization\, select department heads with multi-agency coordination system responsibilities\, area commanders\, emergency managers\, and multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations center managers for expanding or Type 1 & 2 incidents. Community leader who have interoperability or Program responsibilities. \nDuration \nTwo days (16 hours)  \n Pre-requisite \nSuccessful completion of ICS-300  \nApplication of ICS 300 within your organization \nPlease note: All our courses are set according to eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/advanced-incident-management-ics-400-3/
LOCATION:Union Club\, 125 Germain Street\, Saint John\, NB\, E2L 2E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ICS I-400: Advanced Incident Command System
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SUMMARY:Scribing for Emergency Management: ESI (S-100)
DESCRIPTION:Equip your team to professionally present themselves and provide accurate information during and after every emergency. This course introduces methods and best practices\, providing opportunities for participants to practice their skills. \nEmergencies and disasters are high stress situations where decisions need to be made in minutes and the stakes are high. Emergency Managers rely upon strong\, credible information to make decisions. The primary way to capture and retain information during disasters is by using Emergency Management Scribes. \nScribing for Emergency Management prepares you for the integral role you will play in emergency management and how your efforts directly contribute to response efforts. You will be taught scribing methods and best practices and how to apply these skills in several training exercises. ESI offers this course as an in-person\, real-time virtual\, and virtual course to suit your organization. Complete this course as a group or at your own pace. To buy this course click on the link: https://emergency-solutions-international.mykajabi.com/offers/2wmHkpRA/checkout \nSpecific Course Topics \n\nMethods and best practices\nHow to apply your new skills\n\nTarget Audience \nPersonnel wishing to play an essential role in emergency management and document control.\nLeaders who would have a scribe assigned.\nIncident Command Post or Emergency Operations Centre Staff \nDuration \nHalf-day (4 hours)  \nPre-requisite \nNone \nNote: All our courses are set at eastern time zone\, which is Toronto time.
URL:https://esintl.ca/course/scribing-for-emergency-management-esi-s-100-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Scribing for Emergency Management
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