Taking Care of Mom and Dad (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

As our geriatric population continues to grow and be a significant proportion of our transports, it is important to examine the challenges, medical, psychological, and social needs, of this special population. While adult protocols covers adults of all ages, there are considerations in treatment and transport when managing older patients. Objectives The student will: recognize the characteristics of the geriatric population and their unique healthcare challenges understand the social and psychological impacts of aging understand how to recognize signs of abuse, neglect, and need for social services in the geriatric population recognize the need for engaging adult children and caregivers in care and transport understand how aging impacts movement and transport of the fragile, elderly population

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Polio and Polio Vaccine

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Topics discussed: • History of poliomyelitis disease in the United States • Types of poliovirus (WPV1, WPV2, WPV3) • Poliomyelitis pathogenesis and outcomes • Poliovirus epidemiology & review of poliomyelitis vaccines in the United States (inactivated, live oral) • Childhood polio vaccine schedule in United States • Contraindications and precautions of polio vaccine • Brief review of NH EMS protocol 7.2 • Polio eradication in United States, and globally • Case review – NY polio case in July 2022 • Vaccination concerns post COVID-19 (Vaccines initiative) Objectives: At the end of the lecture, each student shall: 1) Explain the history of poliomyelitis disease in the United States 2) Describe transmission routes, symptoms, and outcomes of poliomyelitis disease 3) Discuss the role of poliovirus vaccination in the prevention of poliomyelitis disease.

F0142 Residential Sprinkler Plans Review (Nashua)

Nashua Fire & Rescue 177 Lake St, Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

The scope of this fundamental-level course looks at the following as the primary guidance for the approval of residential sprinkler systems: -National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. -NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes. -NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies. -International Residential Code Standard P2904. -Manufacturer's Data Sheets. -The ability to read and interpret the design is an essential element of preventive fire safety.

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EMS Grand Rounds: Documentation & Refusals (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

EMS case reviews from the Capitol area focusing on documentation and refusal of care. Dinner will be provided by Concord Hospital EMS prior to the start of rounds.

IAFF Fireground Survival (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

This class is grant funded.  This class is NOT eligible for overtime and backfill reimbursement.

Taking Care of Mom and Dad

Virtual Event Virtual Event

As our geriatric population continues to grow and be a significant proportion of our transports, it is important to examine the challenges, medical, psychological, and social needs, of this special population. While adult protocols covers adults of all ages, there are considerations in treatment and transport when managing older patients. Objectives The student will: recognize the characteristics of the geriatric population and their unique healthcare challenges understand the social and psychological impacts of aging understand how to recognize signs of abuse, neglect, and need for social services in the geriatric population recognize the need for engaging adult children and caregivers in care and transport understand how aging impacts movement and transport of the fragile, elderly population

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Cardiology Adult Cardiac Arrest (Bethlehem)

Raymond S. Burton Training Facility 80 Ray Burton Drive, Bethlehem, NH, United States

This course is an all-level review of adult cardiac arrest in an out-of-hospital setting. Learners will be presented with a brief lecture on NH Protocol 3.2A (Cardiac Arrest - Adult) followed by several simulated adult cardiac arrest scenarios. Each scenario will include a pre-briefing to orient learners to simulation training, the simulation, and a debrief to review and strengthen learning.

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IAFC Recruitment & Retention Certification Course (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

IAFC is presenting a free in-depth course for volunteer and combination departments to use in Recruitments & Retention efforts. Here is the link to register: Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Certification Training (iafc.org)  

Just Breathe: An Overview of Pediatric Respiratory Illnesses (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

This education will provide a review of the pediatric assessment with a focus on the respiratory system. We will discuss how to identify and treat the most common and most life threatening causes of pediatric respiratory distress and failure to improve your confidence in, and therefore your care of, the pediatric patient. Objectives: 1. Review the initial assessment of a pediatric patient in respiratory distress. 2. Discuss how to identify potential causes of that child's presentation. 3. Review up to date management of specific causes of respiratory issues in children.

Building Community Support to Improve Hiring (Hampton)

Hampton Fire & Rescue 140 Winnacunnet Rd, Hampton, New Hampshire, United States

Learn effective ways to connect with your stakeholders to gain support and hear what recruitment drives you can do that have helped other New England agencies address their staffing needs.

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Cardiology Pediatric Cardiac Arrest (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

  This course is an all-level review of pediatric cardiac arrest in an out-of-hospital setting. Learners will be presented with a brief lecture on NH Protocol 3.2P (Cardiac Arrest - Pediatric) followed by several simulated pediatric cardiac arrest scenarios. Each scenario will include a pre-briefing to orient learners to simulation training, the simulation, and a debrief to review and strengthen learning.

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IAFF Fireground Survival (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

This class is grant funded.  This class is NOT eligible for overtime and backfill reimbursement.

Fire & EMS Mentorship Program

Virtual (no location)
Virtual Event Virtual Event

First Arriving's Vice President of Recruitment & Retention Services, Tiger Schmittendorf, will provide guidance on how New Hampshire Fire & EMS can create and implement a mentor program for staff Retention. This will be a virtual class with the speaker joining via Zoom.

Free

Warrants & Citations (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

Annual Warrants and Complaints class offered at the NH Fire Academy and in conjunction with the NH Fire Marshal's Office.

Just Breathe: An Overview of Pediatric Respiratory Illnesses

Virtual Event Virtual Event

This education will provide a review of the pediatric assessment with a focus on the respiratory system. We will discuss how to identify and treat the most common and most life threatening causes of pediatric respiratory distress and failure to improve your confidence in, and therefore your care of, the pediatric patient. Objectives: 1. Review the initial assessment of a pediatric patient in respiratory distress. 2. Discuss how to identify potential causes of that child's presentation. 3. Review up to date management of specific causes of respiratory issues in children.

MGT-347 Incident Command System (ICS) Forms Review (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

For ICS 300 Must register for both https://prd.blogs.nh.gov/dos/hsem/?page_id=561&ee=1423 https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT904&S=716 Prerequisite: IS-100.b, IS-200.b, IS-700.a, and IS-800.b must be completed prior to registration Building on the prerequisite ICS 100 and ICS 200 courses, this ICS 300 course focuses on the Incident Command System (ICS) for supervisors in expanding incidents. ICS 300 outlines how the NIMS Command and Coordination component supports the management of expanding incidents as well as describes the incident management processes as prescribed by ICS. This course has a threaded activity that will give students the opportunity to practice implementing the incident management process and creating an Incident Action Plan (IAP) for a simulated expanding incident.

Hoarding Disorder (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

At the end of the class participants will be able to: Define hoarding disorder Understand legal and ethical considerations Define the term ‘mandated reporter’ Understand how hoarding impacts first responders Be aware of community resources and how to activate them Understand the importance of calm and compassion

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Hoarding Disorder

Virtual Event Virtual Event

  At the end of the class participants will be able to: Define hoarding disorder Understand legal and ethical considerations Define the term ‘mandated reporter’ Understand how hoarding impacts first responders Be aware of community resources and how to activate them Understand the importance of calm and compassion

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Cardiology Pediatric Cardiac Arrest (Bethlehem)

Raymond S. Burton Training Facility 80 Ray Burton Drive, Bethlehem, NH, United States

This course is an all-level review of pediatric cardiac arrest in an out-of-hospital setting. Learners will be presented with a brief lecture on NH Protocol 3.2P (Cardiac Arrest - Pediatric) followed by several simulated pediatric cardiac arrest scenarios. Each scenario will include a pre-briefing to orient learners to simulation training, the simulation, and a debrief to review and strengthen learning.

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Update: 2021 National EMS Education Standards (Instructor Professional Development)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

(ONLINE via Zoom) During this two-hour session, we will compare the 2021 National EMS Education Standards to the previous version to determine the additions and modifications that will impact your EMS curricula. A Zoom link will be distributed the week before the session begins. You can find a copy of the 2021 National EMS Education Standards here: https://www.ems.gov/assets/EMS_Education-Standards_2021_FNL.pdf

Free

Boost Your SAFER Grant Writing for Recruitment & Retention (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

Grant Writer, Jeff Labrie, will present on how VOLUNTEER & COMBINATION FIRE DEPARTMENTS can boost their grant writing skills when applying for the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Recruitment and Retention (R&R) grants.

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F0322 Incident Command for Structural Collapse Incidents (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

This 2-day course is designed to provide fire officers with an understanding of command operations at structural collapse incidents. Students completing this course will be able to: Describe the aspects of a structural collapse. -Explain basic command procedures and Incident Command System (ICS) organizational structure. -Identify various resource levels, types and capabilities used for structural collapse incidents. -Identify critical factors and issues that affect scene management. -Describe all unique operational considerations used at a structural collapse incident. -Describe all response operations phases associated with a structural collapse incident. -Describe the technical rescue expertise and equipment required for safe operations and effective incident management. Students attending should understand and be able to apply the ICS concept.

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Update: 2021 National EMS Education Standards (Instructor Professional Development)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

(ONLINE via Zoom) During this two-hour session, we will compare the 2021 National EMS Education Standards to the previous version to determine the additions and modifications that will impact your EMS curricula. A Zoom link will be distributed the week before the session begins. You can find a copy of the 2021 National EMS Education Standards here: https://www.ems.gov/assets/EMS_Education-Standards_2021_FNL.pdf

Free

F0760 New Fire Chief: Challenging Issues (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

This 2-day course is designed to develop the managerial, administrative and leadership skills necessary for the first-time fire chief or chief officer who desires a leadership position in their department. This course addresses critical knowledge and skills pertaining to the responsibilities of a fire chief. Topics covered include: Local politics and the role of the chief officer. Liability and risk management. Resources and items of knowledge needed to become a first-time leader in a new position in an agency.

Free

Warrants & Citations (Concord)

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility 98 Smokey Bear Blvd, Concord, NH, United States

Annual Warrants and Complaints class offered at the NH Fire Academy and in conjunction with the NH Fire Marshal's Office.

Free