Awareness to Action: Implementing Effective Emergency Preparedness on K-12 Education
Learning Objectives:
- Identify key components of an effective emergency preparedness plan for K-12 schools.
- Gain insights on building relationships with outside agencies as part of a robust emergency preparedness plan.
- Explore methods for fostering a culture of safety and resilience within K-12 school environments.
- Leverage technology to support the mission of a safe and secure educational environment.
Credits:
Training may qualify for related continuing education for recertification activity through NICET. Students may claim one (1) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) point per hour of instruction towards their NICET recertification requirement for any sessions that expand their knowledge of the subject matter pertaining to the certifications they hold.
Participants completing this course may be eligible to receive Continuing Professional Education credit or CPEs toward ASIS re-certification.
In times of crisis, preparedness can be the difference between safety and chaos. In this webinar, Travis Forrester Director of Security and Emergency Management at Greenville County School District in South Carolina, will discuss aspects of a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan, including training, drills, crisis communication and building relationships with outside agencies. From extreme weather situations to active shooter incidents, this webinar will provide insights into proactive measures for mitigating risks and cultivating a culture of safety in schools.
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Travis Forrester, a seasoned security professional with a background in law enforcement, government and education, is the Director of Security, Safety, & Emergency Management for Greenville County Schools, the largest school district in the state of South Carolina and the 46th largest in the nation. Forrester is a graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and the James J Rowley Institute of the Secret Service. He also has certifications as an active shooter instructor from G.T.I. (Government Training Institute), CQB (Close Quarters Combat), and the ALICE Institute (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate). |
