Terrorist Preparedness: Critical Incident
Management 038-0207
This is the first in a series of training videos developed to
assist the first responders of Montgomery County prepare for critical
incidents. This program will illustrate the Montgomery County
Incident Management System, explaining how the Montgomery County
system supports the National Incident Management System, as prescribed
by Presidential Directive. Their example can be adapted and applied
in most regions.
American
Heat: Incident and Disaster Preparation 463-0207
This course identifies problems, concerns, issues, and lessons
learned from recent hurricane and other disasters and identifies
new protocols, preparedness procedures, training methods, and
planning that can be utilized by fire departments and response
teams facing similar disasters.
PULSE: Pediatric RAD/Asthma 464-0207 The
prevalence of asthma and associated morbidity has been on the
rise for the past 20-30 years. Children are affected disproportionately,
and up to 12% of children in the United States are affected. This
presentation discusses emergency treatment approaches, environmental
issues, and differential diagnosis of pediatric asthma.
What's Next - New Releases in March 2007
American
Heat: Bus Rescue 463-0307
Each year in the United States, approximately 9,500 injuries occur
to school bus occupants. Approximately 50 commercial bus riders
are injured. The vast majority of the time, buses travel without
accident; however, when a bus-related accident does occur, local
responders may be confronted with a major multi-casualty incident
for which they are not prepared.
PULSE: Child Abuse Identification 464-0307 The
identification of child abuse is everyone's responsibility, but
first responders have special legal responsibilities when it comes
to identifying and reporting suspected abuse. This course equips
first responders with information to be able to identify the behavioral
and physical signs and symptoms of an abusive situation. It provides
information on the EMT's responsibilities as a mandated reporter,
and it provides clear guidelines on how to properly report suspected
abuse.
Honoring the Fallen Firefighter 038-0307
When a fire department experiences a line-of-duty death and/or
injury, personnel should be trained to provide the best possible
support to the firefighter's family. Fire
departments should have administrative and operational procedures
in place to handle the immediate and long-term needs of the bereaved.
American
Heat: Incident and Disaster Preparation 
The
prevalence of asthma and associated morbidity has been on the
rise for the past 20-30 years. Children are affected disproportionately,
and up to 12% of children in the United States are affected. This
presentation discusses emergency treatment approaches, environmental
issues, and differential diagnosis of pediatric asthma. 