Archive for the ‘October 2009 Webinars’ Category
Depiction and Amateur Radio Emcomm Overview
Date: December 3
Time: 1 PM – 2 PM Eastern Time
Cost: FREE
Host: Depiction, Inc.
Presenter: Capt. Kim Buike, Ret. & David Friedman, KE7GOY
Description: Amateur Radio Operators are invited to learn how to employ Depiction before and during emergencies to enhance their planning and response capabilities. David Friedman, KE7GOY, an Amateur Radio Operator and emergency response volunteer, and retired Navy Captain Kim Buike of Depiction, Inc., will demonstrate how Friedman used Depiction to coordinate rescue operations during 2008 winter floods in the Seattle area, as described in the November 2009 edition of QST magazine. They will also show how Amateur Radio Operators can use the latest version of the software to do the same.
- Geo-locate all physical assets and volunteers in “depictions” to track deployment locations,
- Integrate maps, elevation plots, weather data, “fly over” imagery, situation reports and any critical proprietary data into a single depiction that can be saved and re-used off line,
- Use Depiction’s live reporting features to enhance the communication of volunteer movements, resource status, damage assessments during a disaster.
- And much more…
Details: http://www.depiction.com/webinars/amateur-radio
- How and when to communicate with key audiences to ensure the survival of both your employees and your business
- What to say to prevent panic, limit business disruptions and keep operations running smoothly
Library Hurricane Preparedness and Response
Date: 10/21/2009
Time: 2 PM – 3 PM Eastern Time
Cost: FREE
Host: Webjunction
Presenter: Lauren Mandel, Florida State University
Description: As hurricane season approaches, libraries are looking for ways to be better prepared for disaster response and recovery. Join guest presenter Lauren Mandel, research coordinator for a new project that identifies and collects key service roles, best practices, tools and resources to make better use of public libraries for hurricane and disaster preparation and recovery. The Florida-based project helps libraries reprioritize disaster and recovery efforts to address the needs of the broader community through partnerships with fellow responders (emergency management, local government and other agencies) and to become a safe haven, a recovery center, information hub and evacuee resource. Come learn how this project can inform your library’s disaster preparedness plan and how your library can play an important role in community preparedness and recovery.
Details: http://www.webjunction.org
- Why organizations must plan and prepare now for a widespread outbreak of the H1N1 flu
- How and when to communicate with key audiences to ensure the survival of both your employees and your business
- What to say to prevent panic, limit business disruptions and keep operations running smoothly
Respiratory Protection and H1N1 Preparedness
Date: 10/13/2009
Time: 1 PM – 3 PM Eastern Time
Cost: FREE
Host: 3M & IUSHN
Presenters: Craig E. Colton, CIH, Division Scientist, 3M; Nicole Vars McCullough, PhD, CIH,
3M OH&ESD Technical Services Manager; Laurel A Alvarez, Senior Technical Service Specialist, 3M
Description: Topics to be discussed will include:
- Current guidelines from governmental agencies regarding the use of respiratory products in occupational environments
- Respiratory protection program requirements
- Types of respiratory products available and key differences
- Proper fit, wearing and use
Each topic will be addressed in greater detail to help you become better prepared and informed. Additionally, we will identify government agencies to look to for further information and resources.
- Why organizations must plan and prepare now for a widespread outbreak of the H1N1 flu
- How and when to communicate with key audiences to ensure the survival of both your employees and your business
- What to say to prevent panic, limit business disruptions and keep operations running smoothly
Surviving the Pandemic: How to Overcome H1N1 Communication Challenges – Part One
Date: 10/08/2009
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Cost: FREE
Host: Everbridge
Presenter: Dr. Robert Chandler
Description: Responsible for almost all flu cases in the US, the H1N1 flu virus has gotten off to a fast and early start. As the flu season goes into full swing, employers could face crippling absenteeism and business disruptions due to this pandemic. Featuring internationally recognized pandemic communication expert Dr. Robert Chandler, this complimentary two-part webinar series will address organizational challenges and provide solutions for sustaining effective and successful communication during the pandemic. What you will learn:
- Why organizations must plan and prepare now for a widespread outbreak of the H1N1 flu
- How and when to communicate with key audiences to ensure the survival of both your employees and your business
- What to say to prevent panic, limit business disruptions and keep operations running smoothly
Details: http://www.everbridge.com/webinars
Featuring internationally recognized pandemic communication expert Dr. Robert Chandler, this complimentary two-part webinar series will address organizational challenges and provide solutions for sustaining effective and successful communication during the pandemic.
What you will learn:
- Why organizations must plan and prepare now for a widespread outbreak of the H1N1 flu
- How and when to communicate with key audiences to ensure the survival of both your employees and your business
- What to say to prevent panic, limit business disruptions and keep operations running smoothly
