G0318: Local Mitigation Planning Training (R8)

Course designed to guide local communities through the steps needed to produce, maintain, implement & update local hazard mitigation plan.

Date and time

August 27 · 8:30am - August 28 · 3pm MDT

Location

444 W Collins Dr

444 West Collins Drive Casper, WY 82601

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 day 6 hours

Course Objectives

Know the difference between mitigation and preparedness.

Describe the roles and responsibilities of the entities involved in hazard mitigation planning.

Describe the process of gathering information and documentation essential for a successful mitigation plan.

Differentiate between risk assessment terms.

List steps involved in identifying and profiling hazards.

Recall the steps and various ways to assess risk, vulnerability and impacts.

Describe tools and resources to help with the risk assessment process.

Know how to identify and prioritize mitigation actions.

Identify the three components of plan maintenance.

Identify essential steps and items to consider when updating the hazard mitigation plan.

Identify some common challenges and solutions to the implementation process.

Discuss best practices that will help move mitigation actions forward.

Identify FEMA and other mitigation funding sources and assistance.

List the steps in the Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) application process.

Mission Areas

Mitigation

Disciplines

Emergency Management

Primary Core Capability

Planning

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