EnMagine Webinar Training Series
 

EnMagine Webinar Training Series

There are many ways to prepare to manage emergencies in a healthcare setting. Formal classroom training, attending FEMA’s online courses, and participating in exercises are examples. Some of those experiences provide a good basis for developing knowledge and competencies, while others not so much.

EnMagine has crafted a webinar training package that covers the basics and then goes into depth to provide both initial and more detailed information to assist those in healthcare to best protect themselves, their patients, and their institutions during “extra-ordinary” events. One gaping hole that these webinars fill is an identified lack of  "section specific" training for healthcare emergency management.

These webinars include:

Seating is limited so reserve your space now.

Courses

Introduction to the Hospital Incident Command System Webinar

Monday, November 28, 2011
10:00 am EST
10:00 am PST

Instructor: Paul Penn

Managing emergencies is difficult enough. Managing emergencies without a system to help individuals and organizations through the event can result in “organizational v-fib.” The (Hospital) Incident Command System is a standardized tool used by nearly all hospitals and other emergency management/response organizations to assist them in organizing people, resources and communications; and is consistent with the National Incident Management System. Use of a management system is expected by accrediting (e.g., Joint Commission), funding (e.g., ASPR), and recovery organizations (e.g., FEMA).

This Introduction to the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) Webinar provides healthcare workers at all levels an essential overview of managing emergencies in a healthcare setting. Using HICS does not prevent emergencies- using HICS allows organizations to manage the event more safely and effectively, can reduce morbidity and mortality, helps organizations return to a “new” normal, and enhances the potential to recover costs incurred.

By the end of the Introduction to the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) Webinar, participants will be able to:
  • Recognize the types of events that may be encountered in a healthcare setting
  • Identify the Five Management Functions of the Hospital Incident Command System
  • Describe the key Features and Principles of the Hospital Incident Command System
  • Recognize the need for a standardized approach to managing incidents in a healthcare setting
This course is being offered at no charge but room is limited so register now.

Incident Command and Command Staff Training Webinar

Tuesday, November 29, 2011
10:00 am EST
10:00 am PST

Instructor: Paul Penn

Incidents that are not managed well do not go well. It is the actions of the Incident Commander and the rest of the Command Staff (including Liaison, Public Information, Safety, and Medical/Technical Specialist) that creates the setting for effective incident management.

The Command function is where the overall objectives and strategies of the incident are determined. Decisions need to be made and organization is key to success.

By the end of the Command Section Training Webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Identify the role and expectations of the Incident Commander and Command Staff
  • Examine the key concepts specific to this function including: Command Staff/General Staff, Unified Command, and incident lifecycle
  • Discuss how the Incident Commander and Command Staff uses Job Action Sheets and HICS forms to improve performance and record-keeping
  • Discuss how these positions work together to respond as a cohesive section
  • Illustrates the decision making aspects of an emergency response
  • Demonstrate how Command works with the remaining HICS sections
Recommended prior to training: Completion of ICS 100, 200 and 700, HICS FUNdamentals or equivalents
Note: Recommended prior training will enhance the ability of participants to benefit from the webinars, but is not required. Persons with no experience or training in HICS are highly encourages to attend the Introduction webinar.

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Planning Section Training Webinar

Wednesday, November 30, 2011
10:00 am EST
10:00 am PST

Instructor: Tom Scully and Paul Penn

Planning is the “Brains” of incident management. The Planning Section not only gathers information in the Situation Unit, it digests, analyzes, and forecasts the event so that the Incident Commander and Command and General Staff can make appropriate decisions and take appropriate actions. The Planning Section also tracks various parts of the incident. Planning is generally done poorly (if at all) and hinders a safe and effective response. The training session will cover how the Planning Section captures, analyzes, and applies information; including the use of the Planning “P.” Situation Status and Incident Action Plan development will be emphasized.

By the end of the Planning Section Training Webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Identify the role and expectations of the Planning Section positions
  • Examine the key concepts specific to this section including Incident Action Planning, Situation Status and the Planning “P”
  • Discuss how this section uses Job Action Sheets and HICS forms to improve performance and record-keeping
  • Discuss how these positions work together to respond as a cohesive section
  • Demonstrate how the Planning section works with the remaining HICS sections

Recommended prior to training: Completion of ICS 100, 200 and 700, HICS FUNdamentals or equivalents

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Operations Section Training Webinar

Thursday, December 1, 2011
10:00 am EST
10:00 am PST

Instructor: Zachary Goldfarb and Paul Penn

The Operations Section is where the work gets done. The majority of the activities of the other sections are to ensure that those in Operations have the tools to meet incident objectives. The Operations Section training will focus on how the Operations Section provides input, tracks implementation, and achieves the Objectives, Strategies, and Tactics identified in the Incident Action Plan.

By the end of the Operations Section Training Webinar, participants will be able to:
  • Identify the role and expectations of the Operations Section positions
  • Examine the key concepts specific to this section including span of control and unity of command
  • Discuss how this section uses Job Action Sheets and HICS forms to improve performance and record-keeping
  • Discuss how these positions work together to respond as a cohesive section
  • Demonstrate how the Command section works with the remaining HICS sections

Recommended prior to training: Completion of ICS 100, 200 and 700, HICS FUNdamentals or equivalents

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Logistics/Finance Section Training Webinar

Friday, December 2, 2011
10:00 am EST
10:00 am PST

Instructor: Cheryl Starling and Paul Penn

Logistics provides the tools so the incident response team can do their job. Without Logistics the work does not get done. Finance/Administration not only pays for the event as it is progressing, it also tracks costs, provides incident costs to local, state and federal organizations; handles claims; and engages in cost recovery.

The Logistics and Finance Sections are as essential to response/recovery as Operations because they provide the resources. This training will address the functions of the Logistics and Finance Sections and how those Sections support the overall response.
By the end of the Logistics/Finance Section Training Webinar, participants will be able to:
  • Identify the role and expectations of the Logistics and Finance Sections
  • Examine the key concepts specific to this section including identifying and accessing needed materiel and personnel
  • Discuss how this section uses Job Action Sheets and HICS forms to improve performance and record-keeping
  • Discuss how these positions work together to respond as a cohesive section
  • Demonstrate how the Logistics and Finance sections work with the remaining HICS sections and those individuals not assigned to roles within the Hospital Incident Command System

Recommended prior to training: Completion of ICS 100, 200 and 700, HICS FUNdamentals or equivalents

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