In October 2002, several law enforcement agencies in the Washington, D.C., area were challenged to a new level when they had to manage scenes related to the D.C. sniper investigation. More than 20 ...

For years, New Bedford Emergency Management has filled the role of providing this cool-down/warming and general comfort resource, known as "rehab," at the scenes of incidents.

Elliott Data Systems participated in an evaluation sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for its Emergency Event Manager Solution (EEMS). The evaluation ...

Let's be clear, emergency management's role is not on scene, unless a single liaison is needed to the main command post. Activate the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) ...

The organizational keys to a safe and effective accident scene are similar to any other complex and dangerous incident: preplanning, training, proper and adequate resources, effective incident ...

Many factors affect emergency operations. Managing the four C’s is a key ingredient and a definite requirement for success. These are command, control, communications and coordination. They are ...

FORT JACKSON, S.C. -- The scene looked as if it could have been taken from the TV series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation -- a group of crime scene investigators, one donning a full-body protective ...

Considering the stress of the fireground, effective scene management is a key skill to master. Another essential tool is the roll call to ensure your personnel's safety. In this article, Robert ...

Belvidere, Ill - The Boone County Emergency Management Agency had a full-scale lost person search drill over the weekend. With over 70 participants from Illinois Search Agencies in attendance, the ...