Incident Command System for Public Works
As part of its administrative role for the Mutual Aid for Public Works Program, the UNH Technology Transfer Center provides training to enrolled communities. Incident Command System (ICS) for Public Works is targeted to this group. Other communities are invited to attend these workshops
In co-sponsorship with the NH Office of Emergency Management, the UNH Tē Center has planned ICS workshops for the spring and fall of 1999. Barry Wante a Keene Police Captain is the instructor. Barry also instructs at the National Emergency Management Institute in Maryland.
ICS for Public Works is a two-day workshop. It covers basic ICS used by the fire service and police departments with emphasis on public works. It uses public works events and scenarios in practical exercises.
At a recent workshop one participant commented that he "really enjoyed the interaction and the group projects." Another participant said, "the overall content was very informative and will help me and my town enormously in the future." A third person said, "I feel very comfortable having to deal with any emergency…great workshop, would suggest all departments get involved."
Like any UNH Tē workshop, all departments are invited. We urge people interested in attending these workshops to get others to enroll. It is helpful to see what other departments are able to bring to the table during an emergency situation.
The UNH Tē Center and New Hampshire Road Agents Association are conducting a set of half-day "Mutual Aid Orientation" workshops. The workshops are intended to inform municipalities about the Mutual Aid for Public Works Program. Municipal officials from cities and towns considering the program will benefit from attending. The workshops are scheduled for May 12, 13, and 18 in, respectively, Conway, Lancaster, and New London. For information and to register, contact the UNH Tē Center or check our website.
Return to UNH T2 Center, 33 College Road, Durham NH 03824 603-862-2826 Fax 603-862-2364