Missourians have seen their fair share of tornados, floods and other natural disasters. When the disaster comes to your city or county, do you know what to do first? Second? Does your community have a plan for recovery after the disaster? Every disaster brings with it a potential of a secondary disaster as First Responder, Early Responders and recovery workers become injured from hazards unique to disasters. Learn how to safely assess structural damage, maintain safe food and water supplies, and maintain proper sanitation for the residents and the recovery workers. Learn the dangers of mold and how to safely remove and remediate after water infiltration. Understand the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and where your leadership fits into a Unified Command System. Learn the importance of knowing your community resources before the disaster hits.

Scholars Program - Level II/III - Elective Course - 4 Hrs.