This course will prepare personnel to efficiently utilize the Emergency Response Decision Support System (ERDSS) in hazardous materials, explosives, and fire incidents. The Emergency Response Decision Support System (ERDSS), designed in partnership with the Hazard3 team, is a free computer program designed for emergency response and military personnel. This course includes modules on setting-up ERDSS; theory behind ERDSS look-up tables, calculators, and decision support tools; using ERDSS in planning, training, and operations; and scenario-based exercises.
Learning Objectives:
The student will learn how to set-up an ERDSS profile.
The student will learn how to apply ERDSS tools to analyze the incident, plan the response, and implement the response for a hazardous materials/CBRN incident.
The student will learn how to apply ERDSS EOD & Tactical Entry Tools and Firefighting Tools.