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SUMMARY:Medical Response and Surge Exercise
DESCRIPTION:The Medical Response and Surge Exercise (MRSE) is an annual requirement of the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) cooperative agreement and is designed to examine and evaluate the ability of HCCs and other stakeholders to support medical surge. Placing stress on the health system is important for testing current response systems\, identifying gaps in preparedness\, and informing improvement planning. \n\n\n\nThe MRSE is a functional exercise. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation (HSEEP) guidelines describe a functional exercise as “an operations-based exercise designed to test and evaluate capabilities and functions while in a realistic\, real-time environment.” HCCs are welcome to use the MRSE as a full-scale event\, provided all MRSE requirements are met and that the HCC can report the data required to calculate the MRSE performance measures. \n\n\n\nRegion J will be hosting an in-person MRSE Tabletop Exercise (TTX) on Jan 14th at Memorial Hospital\, at 10AM\, Building 600\, Classroom #1.  It is critical that we get the right players for this exercise.  Please use the link below to register. \n\n\n\nhttps://training.gema.ga.gov/TRS/broadcastInvite.do?biCofId=73291
URL:https://regionj.org/event/medical-response-and-surge-exercise/
LOCATION:Memorial Health Medical Education Building\, 4700 Waters Avenue\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Active Shooter Preparedness Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This is not a tactical training course \n\n\n\nThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)\, Region 4 (Alabama\, Florida\, Georgia\, Kentucky\, Mississippi\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Tennessee) invites you to join a two-hour security webinar to enhance your organization’s resilience in case of an active shooter incident. \n\n\n\nPreparing employees for a potential active shooter event is an integral component of an organization’s incident response planning. Because these incidents are frequently unpredictable and can escalate rapidly\, preparing for and knowing what to do in an active shooter situation can be lifesaving. Every second counts. \n\n\n\nObjectives \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss the elements of active shooter incident response planning with guidance from expert instructors.\n\n\n\nDescribe common behaviors\, potential violence indicators\, and situations associated with active shooter incidents.\n\n\n\nProvide information about better practices\, communications protocols\, and resources that will assist stakeholders to develop or enhance their emergency planning\, preparedness\, and response to active shooter incidents.\n\n\n\n\nAgenda Overview \n\n\n\n\nRecognition: Defining the threat\n\n\n\nPrevention: Strategies to help prevent an incident\n\n\n\nProtection: Security measure considerations\n\n\n\nMitigation: Actions to minimize consequences\n\n\n\nResponse: Options/Expectations during an incident\n\n\n\nRecovery: Transitioning to a “new normal”\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Emergency Action Plan Development\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is FREE and will close no later than January 13 at noon.  \n\n\n\nClick here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cisa-active-shooter-preparedness-webinar-region-4-alflgakymsncsctn-tickets-1974388345691?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://regionj.org/event/active-shooter-preparedness-webinar-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T100000
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SUMMARY:Generator Training
DESCRIPTION:The Generator training class is an opportunity for Maintenance personnel to become familiar with generators that are available in the region in the event you need short term power for essential equipment. There are two options of fuel that can be used with this equipment. Please bring any additional personnel available to attend. \n\n\n\nThe event will be held in the Memorial Health Warehouse at 10 Mall Terrace in Savannah\, which is behind the KFC at 7705 Waters Ave. \n\n\n\nClick here to register: https://training.gema.ga.gov/TRS/courseDesc.do?sourcePage=courseSearch&cofId=73681
URL:https://regionj.org/event/generator-training/
LOCATION:Memorial Health Warehouse\, 10 Mall Terrace\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T170000
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SUMMARY:Readiness: Training Identification Preparedness Planning  (RTIPP)
DESCRIPTION:Register at GEMA TRS: https://training.gema.ga.gov/TRS/ and also at TEEX: https://teex.org/class/mgt418/  \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 28-29\, 2026\n\n\n\nSouthwell Community Events Center\, Tifton\n\n\n\n2-day\, 16-hour credit course\n\n\n\n\nIf you are at all involved in the development or facilitation of your facility’s training plan\, please consider attending. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn: \n\n\n\n\nhow to create effective training plans for their agencies and jurisdictions\n\n\n\nhow to facilitate a jurisdiction or organizational training assessment process\n\n\n\nhow to create a jurisdictional/organizational profile and evaluates ability to fully implement their Emergency Operations Plans (EOP)\n\n\n\nhow to identify and catalog training goals and identify ways to meet them by prioritizing training efforts\, developing improvement plans\, and implementing a course of action.
URL:https://regionj.org/event/readiness-training-identification-preparedness-planning-rtipp/
LOCATION:Southwell Community Events Center\, 1657 Carpenter Rd South\, Tifton\, Georgia\, 31793\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T083000
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SUMMARY:Region J Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Region J Executive Members would like to invite you to our 1st Qtr. Region J Coalition Meeting on Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026 from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the Memorial Health Medical Education Auditorium – Building 300 * 4700 Waters Avenue * Savannah\, GA. If you are unable to attend\, please send a designee. \n\n\n\nClick here to register: https://training.gema.ga.gov/TRS/broadcastInvite.do?biCofId=70141
URL:https://regionj.org/event/region-j-quarterly-meeting-12/
LOCATION:Memorial Health Medical Education Building\, 4700 Waters Avenue\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 AHEPP Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Professionals (AHEPP) annual conference offers an opportunity for Administrators\, Emergency Preparedness Coordinators\, Directors of Public Health Preparedness\, Emergency Managers\, RN’s\, and professionals in the healthcare preparedness field to share the latest research and best practices\, network\, and collaborate on ways to move healthcare preparedness forward. \n\n\n\nAHEPP Annual 2026 will be held at the Hyatt Regency Frisco Dallas in Dallas\, Texas from February 24-25\, with pre-conference sessions on February 23.  \n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://regionj.org/event/2026-ahepp-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Frisco Dallas\, 2615 Preston Rd\, Frisco\, Texas\, 75034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 Emergency Management Summit & Training Session
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Emergency Management Summit & Training Session is scheduled for March 31 – April 3 at the Jekyll Island Convention Center on Jekyll Island\, Georgia. March 31 is a travel day\, with conference activities running April 1-3. \n\n\n\nMore information will be posted soon at https://www.emagonline.com/2026-emergency-management-summit-and-training-sessions
URL:https://regionj.org/event/2026-emergency-management-summit-training-session/
LOCATION:Jekyll Island Convention Center\, 75 Beachview Dr. N\, Jekyll Island\, Georgia\, 31527\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T170000
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SUMMARY:Preparedness Summit: In-person and virtual
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Preparedness Summit\, “Protecting Our Communities: State and Local Preparedness in Action\,” spotlights the need for increased self-reliance on state and local partnerships amid a changing federal policy and budget landscape. This conference will be the beginning of an ongoing national conversation focusing on the evolution of the public health preparedness system. \n\n\n\nYou can attend the 2026 Preparedness Summit your way—either in-person or online. Attendees may choose to join us onsite for face-to-face networking and interactive sessions\, or participate virtually to access conference programming\, recordings\, and on-demand content from anywhere. Whether you join us in-person or tune in virtually\, you’ll have access to expert speakers\, dynamic sessions\, and meaningful networking opportunities—all in the format that works best for you. \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://regionj.org/event/preparedness-summit-in-person-and-virtual/
LOCATION:Baltimore Convention Center\, 1 W Pratt St\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T090000
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SUMMARY:Patient Placement and Tracking (DPH-173)
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide the necessary skills to follow established procedures that allow for the safe and efficient evacuation of patients in the event of a forecasted event impacting one or more healthcare facilities. The intent is not to replace individual facility evacuation plans.  \n\n\n\nThe patient placement boards and transportation team are support tools than may be utilized by facilities\, as needed. There is no requirement for facilities to use the tools and assistance in this SOP. Facilities will remain in command and control of their evacuations and are encouraged to activate their primary evacuation plans before requesting state assistance for transportation.  \n\n\n\nPatient Placement Boards may be used at any time\, without a declaration or a resource request.  \n\n\n\nState Transportation Assistance will require a resource request processed by the local EMA before transportation is assigned. \n\n\n\nClick here to register: https://training.gema.ga.gov/TRS/courseDesc.do?sourcePage=courseSearch&cofId=73185
URL:https://regionj.org/event/patient-placement-and-tracking-dph-173-2/
LOCATION:Coastal Health District – Savannah\, 420 Mall Boulevard\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T123000
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SUMMARY:Region J Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Region J Executive Members would like to invite you to our 2nd Qtr. Region J Coalition Meeting on Wednesday\, May 20\, 2026 from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the Memorial Health Medical Education Auditorium – Building 300 * 4700 Waters Avenue * Savannah\, GA. If you are unable to attend\, please send a designee. \n\n\n\nClick here to register: https://training.gema.ga.gov/TRS/courseDesc.do?sourcePage=courseSearch&cofId=70142
URL:https://regionj.org/event/region-j-quarterly-meeting-13/
LOCATION:Memorial Health Medical Education Building\, 4700 Waters Avenue\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T022510
CREATED:20260416T122118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T122118Z
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SUMMARY:MGT 439: Pediatric Disaster Response and Emergency Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:The Region L Healthcare Coalition will host MGT 439: Pediatric Disaster Response and Emergency Preparedness on Wednesday and Thursday\, May 27-28\, 2026\, at the Lowndes County Emergency Operations Center in Valdosta. \n\n\n\nThis course brings together professionals responsible for pediatric disaster response and emergency preparedness for planning and operational needs of children impacted by disaster.   The goal is the implementation of a safe\, efficient\, and effective integrated response with pediatric-focused utilization of public safety response assets. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to make pediatric considerations/accommodations while planning and preparing for community all-hazards events. \n\n\n\nSuggested Audience:Emergency Management\, EMS\, Fire Service\, Law Enforcement\, Hospital Administration\, Emergency Room Personnel\, School Administrators\, Hospital planners\, and Private Sector Personnel – any one who works with children during a disaster \n\n\n\nRegistration Required:Participants must register through both the GEMA-Training\, Exercise & Response Management System –  and the TEEX system. \n\n\n\nA FEMA Student Identification (SID) number is required.
URL:https://regionj.org/event/mgt-439-pediatric-disaster-response-and-emergency-preparedness/
LOCATION:Lowndes County EOC\, 250 Douglas Street\, Valdosta\, Georgia\, 31601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T110000
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CREATED:20260518T155118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T155120Z
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SUMMARY:Long Term Care Facilities - Plan B Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The following invitation was sent to coastal-area long term care facilities from the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Healthcare Preparedness Program. \n\n\n\nGet ready to join us for an engaging and informative Plan B Webinar on Wednesday May 27th from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM! \n\n\n\nThis interactive session will highlight the Plan B program\, what it is\, how it works\, and why it plays a critical role in strengthening preparedness and response efforts. Whether you’re already familiar\, in an active contract\, or just getting started\, you’ll walk away feeling more prepared for hurricane season. This session will also include discussion on essential hurricane preparedness considerations for LTCFs\, including evacuation planning\, shelter-in-place considerations\, and coordination with local and state partners during emergencies. \n\n\n\nWe’re especially excited to feature partner presenters who actively work with this program. They’ll share lessons learned\, and proven strategies you won’t want to miss. Bring your questions \n\n\n\nJoin us using the link below:https://gapublichealth.webex.com/gapublichealth/j.php?MTID=m8b6e26de515768db9fdaf02ce0bda7ae \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://regionj.org/event/long-term-care-facilities-plan-b-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000
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SUMMARY:ERUdyne UAS Academy Basic Drone Operations Course
DESCRIPTION:ERUdyne’s UAS Academy Basic Drone Operations Course will be hosted by the Liberty County EMA from June 1-5\, 2026. Seating is limited\, so register early to ensure a spot in the class.  \n\n\n\nClick here to register and make a payment: https://buy.stripe.com/6oUeVdanIaWc3yc7E3aAw07 \n\n\n\nFor assistance with registration/payment\, please contact:  \n\n\n\nSuzanne C. Novak\, President and CEOERUdyne Inc1.203.645.2209
URL:https://regionj.org/event/erudyne-uas-academy-basic-drone-operations-course/
LOCATION:Liberty County EMA\, 100 Liberty Street\, Hinesville\, Georgia\, 31313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T170000
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CREATED:20251222T133750Z
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SUMMARY:Active Shooter Incident Management (DHS PER-353)
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a model framework to improve incident management and the integration of law enforcement\, fire and EMS\, public safety communications\, public information officers\, and emergency management responders during active shooter event response\, improving time to threat neutralization\, medical intervention\, and survivability of victims. This is an integrated response course for a cross-discipline audience. The framework utilizes the Active Shooter Incident Management Checklist(TM)\, a validated and recognized National Standard for active shooter event response\, integrating best practices guided by principles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)\, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)\, and Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT).  \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn organizational building blocks for an integrated response including Contact Team\, Rescue Task Force\, Tactical\, Perimeter\, Triage\, Transport\, Intelligence\, and Reunification through progressively challenging full-length Active Shooter Event functional exercises utilizing the multi-responder NIMSPro (TM) 3D virtual reality simulator in multiple response roles. The course also introduces participants to Complex Coordinated Attacks (CCA) which includes the complexities of improvised explosive devices; an attacker who becomes static\, barricades\, or takes hostages; and a multi-modal CCA. \n\n\n\nRegistration Contact: Lt. Jacob Heatherly\, GSU Division of Public Safety\, jheatherly@georgiasouthern.edu \n\n\n\nClick here for more information.
URL:https://regionj.org/event/active-shooter-incident-management-dhs-per-353/
LOCATION:Armstrong Center\, 13040 Abercorn Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31419\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T123000
DTSTAMP:20260521T022510
CREATED:20250514T183612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T183613Z
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SUMMARY:Region J Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Region J Executive Members would like to invite you to our 2nd Qtr. Region J Coalition Meeting on Wednesday\, August 12\, 2026 from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the Memorial Health Medical Education Auditorium – Building 300 * 4700 Waters Avenue * Savannah\, GA. If you are unable to attend\, please send a designee. \n\n\n\nA registration link will be added soon!
URL:https://regionj.org/event/region-j-quarterly-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Memorial Health Medical Education Building\, 4700 Waters Avenue\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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