Area Emergency Coordinator USDA/APHIS/VS Waterford, CA, United States
This module provides information to assist you in being an effective asset once your boots hit the ground during an animal health emergency response. Various opportunities and roles for accredited veterinarians are identified and described. An understanding of the basics of the incident command system (ICS) and emergency response plans, including response organization operations and integration, are reviewed. Potential health and safety issues that may arise during an animal health emergency response discussed. Pre-deployment training needs are identified.
Seating is limited in this session.
Learning Objectives:
Identify opportunities for action in emergency response
Familiarize yourself with incident command systems and emergency response plans
Describe the most dangerous health and safety issues that may arise in an emergency situation
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