Institute of Emergency Management At ISU

Course # IEM-225

Institute of Emergency Management

Performance/Operations Level

Course # IEM-225

Course Title

Law Enforcement Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction

Description

Participants will be taught to understand and recognize terrorism, defensive considerations (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive), and control issues associated with WMD activity. Applicable standards and regulations outlining the core competencies at the Operations Level for emergency responders will be used in modifying and delivering the course.

Course Objectives

Identify indicators of a possible weapon of mass destruction (WMD) incident and describe the effects of such weapons.
Collect all relevant information concerning a WMD incident – including information required to coordinate and execute an effective initial response and information necessary to conduct a successful criminal investigation.
Employ effective self-protection procedures for a WMD incident.
Identify evidence associated with a WMD incident.

OGT Training Level

Performance/Operations

Delivery

Instructor taught course delivered at training locations identified by sponsoring local or state agency.

Course Length

16 hours

Prerequisites

Any Basic Awareness Class

Target Audience

Commissioned law enforcement officers.

Benefits

Certificate of completion
Successful completion of this course will be recognized for 16 hours of professional development

Other Information

This course may meet prerequisite requirements for future courses.

Student Expectations

To receive certification, students are expected to participate in section reviews, interactive questions, and successfully complete all aspects of testing.

Registration and Scheduling Information