C.A.T.C.H. Conduct Assessment Targeting Criminality and Hostility Training
Keynote Speaker Dan Wells, C.A.T.C.H. Corp.
A 8:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
The need for conduct assessment has increased significantly with the rising number of violent attacks at public venues around the globe. Staff trained in C.A.T.C.H., together with public safety personnel, can provide a comprehensive security model.
C.A.T.C.H. training enhances observational skills and creates an understanding of baseline conditions and behaviors attendees may encounter in their work. Attendees will learn about:
- C.A.T.C.H. concepts and why they are relevant,
- How to enhance observation skills and establish BASELINE conduct,
- The roles of stress, body language, and emotional cues in conduct assessment,
- Potential indicators of suspicious activity,
- Physical warning signals of potential hostile conduct, and
- The importance of vigilance & mental preparedness.
The workshop includes lecture, interactive activities and facilitated discussions.
NFPA Steps to Safety
Kelly Ransdell, NFPA
B1 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Session 1 of 3
In this interactive workshop, attendees learn about the Steps to Safety - Prevent Fire and Falls at Home program. It pairs fire and EMS professionals with community partners to educate older adults about home fire and fall safety through group presentations, home visits and the creation of a local resources network. Formerly titled Remembering When - A Fire and Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults, the updated Steps to Safety (STS) program includes an online training curriculum and new digital and print assets that support learning and behavior change in older adults. The program promotes independence, collaboration, engagement, and empowerment. Rooted in fire and behavioral science and educational principles, STS provides the framework and tools for fire and EMS professionals and their health and social service partners to impact communities to reduce the incidence of and injury from home fires and falls. Please note: You must participate in all 3 sessions of the workshop (B1, C1, D1)
The Red Cross: More Than Blood and Fire
Ryan Avery, Regional Disaster Officer, Massachusetts Region, American Red Cross
B2 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Across Massachusetts, local Red Cross disaster program managers and volunteers work with communities to:
- respond to home fires,
- open emergency shelters,
- plan for large disasters,
- educate youth and adults on disaster preparedness,
- install smoke and CO alarms,
- provide fire prevention education,
- and much more.
Our ability to best serve communities requires us to build and maintain strong partnerships with local emergency management, fire departments, elected officials, and other non-profits working in the disaster preparedness, response, and recovery sectors. Learn more about our staff, programs, and ways to partner with your local Red Cross team.
Fire and Life Safety Education Doesn’t End With High School
Chief Mike Cassidy, Emergency Mgmt. Director, Holliston Fire Dept.
Captain Rob Feeney, Onset Fire Dept.
B3 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Each year college and university students, both on and off campus, experience fire-related emergencies. This workshop focuses on how to equip high school students with the skills and knowledge they need to be safe and healthy as they leave high school and go out into the world. Topics include safe housing, safety in various establishments and venues, and workplace safety. Whether young adults are headed to post-secondary education or into the workforce, there are key fire safety behaviors every young adult (and all adults of all ages) should know. The workshop includes resource lists and suggests different ways to present fire and life safety information to young adults.
The Challenges of Undocumented Individuals in Massachusetts
Chief Paul Normandin, Southbridge Fire Dept.
B4 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
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SAFE Grant 101: Back to Basics
Sheryl Hedlund, M.Ed., Fire Data & Pub Ed. Program Coordinator, DFS
Lieutenant Christie Clement, DFS
Captain Dave DeMarco, DFS
B5 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
This workshop explores the new SAFE and Senior SAFE grant applications and educates attendees on the process of applying for them. We will cover pre-planning, selecting, writing, and submitting your application. An explanation of the Notice of Funding Opportunity, the scoring rubric, the determination of funds, what funding can be used for, and post-grant requirements including end-of-year reports and return of unexpended funds will be provided. You will leave this workshop with the tools and the confidence to apply for a grant successfully.
NFPA Steps to Safety
Kelly Ransdell, NFPA
C1 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Session 2 of 3
This is session 2 of 3 on using the NFPA Steps to Safety - Prevent Fire and Falls at Home program. The program pairs fire and EMS professionals with community partners to educate older adults about home fire and fall safety through group presentations, home visits and the creation of a local resources network. See workshops B1 and D1 for more information.