Initial Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts W0443

Personnel who are involved with fire departments, EMS agencies, hazardous materials response organizations (public, industrial, or commercial, law enforcement agencies, emergency communications centers, emergency management agencies, public works, public health, hospitals and healthcare, armed forces, security personnel, including national guard and reserves, and disaster response agencies. Topic areas include understanding and recognizing terrorism, implementing self-protection measures, scene control, tactical considerations, and incident command. Incident types examined include chemical, biological, radiological, explosive, fire as a weapon, and active shooter/hostile events (ASHE). This course utilizes scenarios, exercises, and case studies extensively and active participation is necessary to successfully complete the course.

Incident Command System (ICS)-100-level and ICS-200-level training. Preferred courses are Q0462 and Q0463, available through NFA Online. Chief's signature attests that the applicant has completed this required training.