1. Unit 1 Administrative Announcements, Course Introductions, and Course Overview
Thurston County IEMC

2. Welcome Class Manager Exercise Director Carl Wertman, CEM, CBCP
Unit 1 Administrative Announcements, Course Introductions, and Course Overview
Welcome
Class Manager
Carl Wertman, CEM, CBCP
Training Specialist
Integrated Emergency Management Branch
Exercise Director
Barry Breslin
Training Specialist
Integrated Emergency Management Branch
IEM Branch
The link can also be accessed at the following address:
Branch phone:
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3. Course Admin Attendance Course Materials/Handouts Breaks/Lunch
If you get sick or have to leave for an emergency, contact the Class Manager
Course Materials/Handouts
Breaks/Lunch
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4. EMI Course Evaluations
EMI has several levels of evaluation for our courses. Information gathered from the evaluations identifies areas for improvement (i.e., course materials, instructors, processes).
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5. Scantron Evaluation
EMI’s Scantron evaluation form should be completed daily during class
Take time to provide written comments under Remarks Section
Rate both content and quality of instruction in Block 18 (1 lowest – 5 highest) and overall course in Block 19

6. Follow-up Evaluation
Follow-up evaluation survey ed 90 days after course completion 
Sent to address on class roster
Complete questionnaire and return ASAP

7. EMI Course Evaluation Form: Block #3 – Work Location
Unit 1 Administrative Announcements, Course Introductions, and Course Overview
EMI Course Evaluation Form: Block #3 – Work Location
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8. Courtesy Out of courtesy for others in the classroom, please:
Turn off all electronic devices or place in silent mode
Do NOT text or send s during class
Return calls and text messages ONLY during breaks
Refrain from sidebar conversations
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9. IEMC specific information

10. COMMUNICATE, COORDINATE and COOPERATE!
Prepare to…
Analyze Thurston County’s emergency plans, policies and procedures
Identify additional planning needs and/or resources
Clarify roles and responsibilities
Improve teams and coordination
Improve Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response & Recovery capabilities
COMMUNICATE, COORDINATE and COOPERATE!
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11. Exercise Schedule Monday, February 25 Tabletop Exercise (TTX) #1
Tuesday, February 26
Tabletop Exercise (TTX) #2
Wednesday, February 27
Tabletop Exercise (TTX) #3
Thursday, February 28
Tabletop Exercise (TTX) #4

12. Unit 1 Administrative Announcements, Course Introductions, and Course Overview
Name
Current role within the emergency operations center (EOC)/ emergency management
Instructor Introductions
Instructor notes: Review the points on the slide. Ask the participants to keep their introductions brief and to the point. Limit the participants conversation to less than a minute.
Ask the instructors to introduce themselves to the class and describe the level of experience as they relate to emergency management and emergency operations center (EOC) activities.
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13. Stay connected with emi

14. Want more information on EMI programs?
EMI encourages you to sign up for its subscription service.
It allows you to subscribe to topics of interest and receive e‑mails containing information pertinent to your profession.
Sign up for the subscription service. (Link can also be accessed at the following URL:

15. Stay Connected with the FEMA App
Unit 1 Administrative Announcements, Course Introductions, and Course Overview
Stay Connected with the FEMA App
Download the App: Google Play, App Store, or BlackBerry App World.
You can also download the app via text messaging:
If you have an Apple device: Text APPLE to (4FEMA).
If you have an Android device: Text ANDROID to (4FEMA).
If you have a Blackberry device: Text BLACKBERRY to (4FEMA).
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16. Stay Connected with the FEMA App (cont.)
Receive alerts from the National Weather Service for up to five locations.
Get safety reminders, read tips to survive natural disasters, and customize your emergency checklist.
Locate open shelters and where to talk to FEMA in person (or on the phone).
Upload and share your disaster photos to help first responders.

17. EMI Social Media Follow us on: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn
Facebook.com/FEMAEMI
Twitter:
@FEMA_EMI
Twitter.com/FEMA_EMI
LinkedIn
FEMA Training

18. Questions, Comments, or Concerns?
Unit 1 Administrative Announcements, Course Introductions, and Course Overview
Questions, Comments, or Concerns?
Thurston County IEMC