Definitely looks like everyone’s here for the big social media presentation in California.
#Ermahgerd
Yup, I’m taking the lion’s share of stuff today.
Why? Because it’s mine.
Game time peeps. Let’s get it on!
Delivering the final pilot for the new Social Media Engagement Course…with these trouble makers.
I’m honored to lead this process in course design and development.
I’ll be even more proud when this gets final approval.
So nervous.
Calm day, ready to start class in California! #NDPTC
No wind. Good.
Meanwhile, so many fire resources are being used for the rapidly spreading wildfires.
Hope that all companies assigned to fire ops are safe.
Thinking about a TED talk again this morning. 
Thanks for the reminder Firefighter Warner.
So I don’t think commerical aircraft WiFi has capability to do live streaming…
I tested Periscope, Meerkat, and Apple’s FaceTime. Must be a bandwith problem.
Oddly, I was able to stream a WH press conference on CNN.
Oh well. Maybe they are able to throttle it somehow.
Reporting from 32K ft up…
Shoes! SHOES PEOPLE!
I can’t wait for all those expensive heels to get stuck in the mud…and no one likes a pair of muddy dress pants and fancy black wingtips. C’mon!
Reporters: Please dress appropriately when covering a story.
PIO/PAOs: Please dress appropriately when arriving on scene.
Since July was almost all planning, August will be almost all operations.
First week: I’ll be headed to FEMA Region-9 Sacramento to deliver and (hope to) certify the brand new FEMA/NDPTC Social Media presentations at the State of California’s Emergency Operations Center. This is a huge project that I have been working on in conjunction with NDPTC development and FEMA course designers. During these classes, a panel of Federal types will be evaluating…aka totes judging it. Yikes. Why am I so nervous? It’s my presentation. I created it. I designed it. It’s all me. I better not eff this up. As you know, I’m pretty passionate about my work so for sure I’m excited, but still WAY NERVOUS (rubbing my ears, whispering “FEMA-NTED-CATALOG-AUTHORED”).
Second week: I might be curled in the fetal position…most likely finalizing the California updates from the FEMA evaluation.
Third week: I’ll be doing some advanced tactical rifle “stuff” with the lads from Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As the pros say, PEW-PEW-PEW!
Fourth week: I’ll be doing my civic duty as I serve my county for jury duty. Yikes.
And the Fifth week: I’ll be headed back to OEMA in Columbus for an Advanced Event Planning Course. Hmmm, do you know of any big events upcoming in 2016?
Overall, this will likely be the most challenging month ever because of the FEMA review/certification. Gah! I hope all goes well.
I gotta go throw up now. #nervous
| 15-004: Are you violating Facebook’s Terms of Service? | |
| Agency: Various public safety agencies | Topic(s): Facebook organization page |
| Date: 07-31-15 | Platform: Facebook |
Facebook has a wide audience and many public safety agencies have taken to Facebook to promote their efforts. However, many agencies have created the wrong type of account on Facebook.
By creating your agency’s page as a person on Facebook, you are violating Facebook’s terms of service. And if you are going to ask, Facebook administration has the right to immediately delete everything. Yikes.
By registering your agency as an ORGANIZATIONAL PAGE, you can take advantage of Facebook’s analytics. This information is incredibly valuable as you evaluate who, what, at what time, and most importantly the how and why they are searching/visiting your agency’s organizational page.
Facebook readily asks if you know people and displays their basic account information. Facebook’s goal is to increase your networks by showcasing people that are similar to you. If you happen to see one of your neighboring public safety agencies who may have incorrectly registered a Facebook personal account, take the time to inform them on changing their account from a personal page to an organizational page.
Likes? As an organization, can I like other pages? Yes, as an organizational page, you can like other agencies too. Through Facebook likes, you can showcase to your trusted network of similar public safety agencies.
Remember, social media is about how you can amplify your networks and positively engage your constituents. We are constantly strengthening our relationships with similar groups – all in the name of safety.
Look, we all need to be good stewards of our public safety brand. All Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) need to constantly support each other and help agencies who need some social media guidance.
By double checking your agency and your partner agencies.
Time is valuable, so post good stuff.
To download the one-pager, click on the link here: Safety-PIO-SM-15-004-PersonalOrOrganizationalOnFacebook
Another special challenge coin!
Never had one from Cleveland Police before.
Special thanks to Captain Sulzer on a fun assignment in Cleveland.
Heat-related illnesses!
Knowing the differences is critical when determining the need for immediate medical care.
Each year, extreme heat is responsible for hundreds of deaths in the United States. Medical professionals are available 24/7 to respond.
Stay informed and know the signs/symptoms.
Hydrate often peeps!
Where is @rusnivek? 