Specialty aircraft like this DC-10 (aka 10 Tanker Air Carrier) make large drops possible #NatlPrep #VLAT
I got a chance to see this aircraft up close when I was at McClellan airport.
It’s amazing how air professionals can take older resources and make them into something that can help so many.
Making sure we expend all resources and their effectiveness is key for any emergency or disaster response.
Don’t wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today.
Lots of discussion around the speech from Benjamin Netanyahu today.
I mean, lots of ICS violations from the speech today.
My POVs:
1. Only the Incident Commander should brief his G&GSF.
2. LOFRs need to pay better attention to on site VIP visits and make sure it doesn’t disrupt Ops.
3. Other agency reps or SMEs should submit comms approval on messages through the LOFR. IC approval is a must.
4. IC and PSC should be primary on the SMART Objectives. TFs or STs or Single resources should not be weighing in on strategic direction.
5. Play here in your own sandbox. We got bigger national issues to worry about.
In case you needed a NIMS ICS-207 review
If you are getting started in taking a few National Incident Management System (NIMS) / Incident Command System (ICS) classes, you’ve come to the right place! Best part about the classes below? They are all online, available 24/7/365, and can be done for free.
Here’s a list of recommended Incident Command System (ICS) classes according to the 2008 requirements.
1. ICS-100.b: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
2. ICS-700.a: National Incident Management System (NIMS) An Introduction
3. ICS-200.b: ICS for Single Resource and Initial Action Incidents
4. ICS-800.b: National Response Framework, An Introduction
After you complete the courses above, let me know so I can recommend the next steps in training.
BTW-You even get a certificate when you successfully complete the above class and post tests.
Early start today meeting with Doc Lumpkins who is the Director of National Integration Center for DHS/FEMA.
Numerous points discussed w/ the group:
Doc’s team engaged our questions and honestly answered several burning issues. As the week continues, Doc informed us that more materials were going to be released from the National Integration Center and National Protection Framework shortly for review. EXCELLENT!!!
Just like at the NEMA conferences, UASI conferences, etc…I really enjoy meeting with Doc Lumpkins. He provides great insight and he is HILARIOUS!
Overall, by engaging with the core prominent Social Media in Emergency Management peeps, Doc Lumpkins and the rest of the National Integration team can continue to incorporate real and pressing issues into the new doctrine.
Thanks again for the meeting Doc!
Now my ride just arrived, a black suburban, headed for the White House!
I predict, these things will become more prolific…
Solid idea, low-cost, high visibility, easy deployment, and most importantly, an incredible resource during a disaster.
Imagine the possibilities…
@rusnivek
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