IAEM PhilaU Student Chapter Chat Rescheduled

The IAEM PhilaU Student Chapter presents Barry Hall, Director of Program Support with Samaritan's Purse speaking on logistics preparedness and response in disaster.

Please join us Thursday, March 3rd at 7:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) via Adobe Chat to hear this informative speaker! If you are interested in hearing this presentation, please contact Annette Solarski at solarskia@philau.edu.

Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Cristian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ.

Programs provide desperately needed assistance to victims of natural disaster, war, disease and famine. As we offer food, water and temporary shelter, we meet critical needs and give people a chance to rebuild their lives.

For more information on the Samaritan's Purse: http://www.samaritanspurse.org/.

Full Conference Program Announced!

Full Conference Program Announced! (Check out the full conference grid online.)

The GovSec 2011 conference delivers the training and skills you need to meet the challenges of safety, security and law enforcement.

• Check out the 28+ sessions where you'll learn strategies you can implement right away and interact with experts who have faced significant challenges in government security and law enforcement.
• Choose the courses you'd like to attend and then register to take advantage of the best available rates.

Check out our stellar lineup of industry experts...
Randy Vickers from the National Cybersecurity Division of DHS, Janice Fedarcyk from the New York Field Office of the FBI, Admiral Thad Allen, DC Police Chief Cathy Lanier, Nicholas Stein (from Border Wars) and many others will be on-hand to share their hard-learned lessons on:

• Critical Infrastructure Protection
  
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• Domestic and International Terrorism
  
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Firefighter Radio is your central location for news and information as it relates to the fire and emergency services. Here you can engage with speakers and personalities that are recognized with the fire service and the most innovative conversation online. We have a variety of topics from burning issues to ways to improve life around the firehouse. So jump in and get involved. Firefighter Radio is a part of the EdVancement Solution's Open Fire Academy. To visit our site, go to www.edvancementsolutions.com

Virtual Internship Opportunity

Who: Homeland Advisory Group (www.homelandag.com)

What: Emergency Management Internship - Plan Writer (Credit Only) Where: Los Angeles Area, however applicants outside Los Angeles will be considered for a "virtual" position. When: Expires Feb. 28th Midnight

 

How: Email your Resume to: internship224@homelandag.com  and a couple bullet points as to why you'd be a good fit.

 

Details: Homeland Advisory Group is seeking an Emergency Management student or recent grad to participate in our Plan Writing Internship. Learn the Private Emergency Management Industry inside and out while you learn the entire process of drafting an Emergency Plan for the private sector. Successful completion could end in a full time job offer.

 

Fwd: Registration Opens for the ASIS NYC Security Expo

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MAY 12, 2011 | JACOB JAVITS CONVENTION CENTER | NEW YORK CITY, NY

Dear Colleague: Make plans now to attend the ASIS NYC Security Expo at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City on May 12, 2011. This is our 21st annual trade show that will bring together over 3,000 security professionals from every aspect of private security, corporate decision-makers, and law enforcement to find out about the newest equipment, the latest advances, and the best industry services available. Meet peers from Maine to Alabama who have discovered that this one-day FREE event offers more useful information and connections to industry leaders than any other single-day program. Event hours are 9:00 am – 4:30 pm. Gain practical information at the morning seminar. Network face-to-face with colleagues. See the newest products on the market. Identify the best services to help you solve current and emerging issues. Attend for FREE! Also consider attending the prestigious ASIS NYC Chapter's 'Person of the Year' Luncheon, held on May 12 at noon at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. Tickets are only $75.00 and tables for 10 can also be purchased. On behalf of the ASIS New York City chapter, we look forward to welcoming you to this exciting one-day event. To register and for more information, go to http://asisnyc.org/tradeshow.htm. Sincerely, Raymond Dean, CPP Vice President Enterprise Solutions Niscayah

Fwd: FW: [DISASTR-OUTREACH-LIB ] New IOM Report: Preparedness and Response to a Rural Mass Casualty Incident

 New IOM Report: Preparedness and Response to a Rural Mass Casualty Incident

Preparedness and Response to a Rural Mass Casualty Incident - Workshop Summary
Problems contacting emergency services and delayed assistance are not unusual when incidents occur in rural areas, and the consequences can be devastating, particularly with mass casualty incidents. The IOM's Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Catastrophic Events held a workshop to examine the current capabilities of emergency response systems and the future opportunities to improve mass casualty response in rural communities.

http://www.iom.edu/Reports/2011/Preparedness-and-Response-to-a-Rural-Mass-Casualty-Incident.aspx

Philadelphia University IAEM Student Chapter Open Chat

The IAEM PhilaU Student Chapter presents a speaker from Samaritan's Purse on disaster logistics in their Haiti mission.

Please join us Monday, February 28th at 7p (eastern time) via Adobe Chat to hear this informative speaker! If you're interested in joining this chat, please contact Annette Solarski at solarskia@philau.edu for log on information.

Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Cristian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ.

Programs provide desperately needed assistance to victims of natural disaster, war, disease and famine. As we offer food, water and temporary shelter, we meet critical needs and give people a chance to rebuild their lives.

For more information on the Samaritan's Purse work in Haiti: http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/Haiti/index/

Save The Date For Mass Casuatly Incident Management Conference In Boston June 7-8 2011

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Announcing: "Surge Capacity Workshop" Conducted by Dr. Len Singer, MD FACS, Medical Director, Masters in Healthcare Emergency Management, Boston University School of Medicine In his inimitable style, Dr. Len Singer, the author of the Boston Surge Model, brings his experience and passion to this workshop, which immediately follows the conference. Attendance is limited to 25, and everyone attending will be expected to actively participate. Read More Confirmed Speakers Include Dr. Robert Paone, Strategic National Stockpile Coordinator, Massachusetts Dept of Public Health Lisa Jackson, MA Region 4A Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator John J. Burke, MS, Associate Director/Instructor, Boston University School of Medicine Dr. Joseph Tricarico, Former Assistant Commissioner, New Jersey Dept of Health and Senior Services Read More Save The Date! June 7-8, 2011  /  Boston, MA Register now and save $100 Enter discount code "earlybird" As evident in the recent NYC Time Square bombing attempt, Hurricane Katrina, the West Warwick Station Night Club Fire in Rhode Island and more recent events, the United States faces a very real possibility of a catastrophic mass casualty and mass fatality incident occurring at any time, involving hundreds or thousands of victims. The MCI Management Conference will bring together federal, state, regional, community and health systems leaders from hospitals, public health and emergency management to address the critical aspects of planning to augment and enhance response during natural or man-made disasters involving mass casualties and fatalities. This program will provide an open forum for all stakeholders involved to share best practices and collaborate in their preparation for a mass casualty event. What You Will Learn: What is being done to enhance surge capacity at the federal, state and local levels Fatality management planning best practices When and how to decide between medical evacuation and shelter in place Requesting medical countermeasures Effective utilization of other resources (MRC, DMAT, Sheriff's Auxiliary, etc) Funding opportunities available under the Hospital Preparedness Program Legal issues to consider during disasters Identify and establish alternate care sites Develop and establish strong partnership and coalition Meeting the needs of the at-risk population Who Should Attend: Emergency Management Coordinators and Directors Public Health Directors Local Government Officials Hospital Emergency Preparedness Professionals Medical Examiners Crisis Management Planners Emergency Medical Services Professionals Sheriff's Offices and Police Departments Fire Departments Hazard Assessment Officers Private Industry Threat Assessment Managers Medical Readiness Managers Local Department of Transportation Local Large Venue, Church and Community Center Leadership Homeland Security Outlook is dedicated to the learning and professional development of its readership. We strive to bring together "best of the best" at every conference to ensure the highest quality take-away knowledge and networking opportunities. When it comes to protecting the United States of America and its citizens, we are all in this together, and we're proud to do our part.

700 Princess Street, Suite 202, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.masscasualtyconference.com | customerservice@hsoutlook.com

PhilaU Connect: Professional International Presentations

Will be presenting

Plagues are a “Team Sport”: Public Health
and EMS Collaboration in Pandemic Planning and Response

February 23, 2011 9:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)

You can stick your head in the sand and pretend that it’s not going to happen, or you can prepare now for an outbreak of pandemic influenza. In a pandemic situation, your EMS agency is not an island…you need to be up close and personal with the other players in the healthcare system, especially the Public Health authorities. Public health entities and emergency medical services agencies will face numerous challenges in a pandemic situation. As demand for service has the potential to spiral out of control, the medical workforce also dwindles due to illness. This presentation reveals how understanding their unique roles as well as adequate planning and collaboration between public health and EMS agencies can improve service delivery despite the anticipated stresses on the healthcare system. The history of pandemics in the U.S., the realities of what will be experienced during a pandemic, as well as proven planning and response strategies--including regular communication and pre-planning--will be reviewed and best practices shared.

Raphael M. Barishansky is the Chief of Public Health Emergency Preparedness for the Prince George’s County (MD) Health Department. In this capacity, he is responsible for carrying out the agency’s mission to prepare the Health Department for response to emergencies and disasters of all kinds (natural and man-made), develop and implement emergency plans specific to large-scale health emergencies, as well as coordinate with other emergency services agencies.

Mr. Barishansky joined the Prince George’s County Health Department after serving as Executive Director of the Hudson Valley Regional EMS Council, based in Newburgh, NY. In that role he established policies and procedures for the development of EMS System infrastructure in the Hudson Valley, oversaw and coordinated programs and services for a six-county regional EMS System and coordinated regional ambulance assets for deployment to local, state and federal disaster assignments as needed.

Mr. Barishansky has served as adjunct faculty at New York Medical College, Yeshiva University and Westchester Community College and has been a Guest Lecturer at both the George Washington University EMS Degree program and Philadelphia University's Disaster Medicine and Management graduate degree program. Additionally, Mr. Barishansky has written and lectured extensively on many facets of Emergency Medical Services and Public Health Emergency Preparedness.

Mr. Barishansky holds a Bachelor of Arts from Touro College and a Master of Public Health Degree from New York Medical College. He is also a graduate of the “Senior Executives in State and Local Government” program held at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and the “Healthcare Leadership and Administrative Decision Making” class held at the Center for Domestic Preparedness in Anniston, AL. In 2010, he was selected to serve as a Senior Fellow at the George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute.

Instructions outlining how to join the PhilaU Connect will be sent via email prior to the event. Each PhilaU Connect presentation will include a certificate of attendance emailed to the attendee. Questions or to register, please contact Annette Solarski at solarskia@philau.edu.

Philadelphia University - DMM News

During the 2010 academic year, one student and two alumni from our program took part in leading an international research program that took them to Israel and the United Kingdom to study response considerations to suicide bombing attacks. The University funded research program resulted in a University wide presentation on line as well as a final paper and summary of the site visits. Secondary projects included Capstone projects as well as numerous tabletop programs on campus and within the regions of the students. The project abstract was submitted to the World Congress on Disaster and Emergency Medicine for presentation at their world conference.

We are also pleased to announce that the project abstract, entitled Suicide Attack Response Considerations for First Responders, was accepted to be presented at the 17th World Congress on Disaster and Emergency Medicine taking place in Beijing, China from 31 May – 3 June 2011.

We would like to personally congratulate the team, Christopher Foerster, Jonathan Mohr, and Jim Patrick for fabulous team work and excellent contribution to the first responder community.