A Day-Long Course for Public Health Preparedness Personnel | |
LOCATION * * The location was moved on 7/24/17 due to a power outage at the original location. FEE: CEUs: |
Planning, simulations, and post-emergency assessments have demonstrated that successful public health emergency response hinges on the effective use of relevant legal authorities for legal preparedness. Public health practitioners must have a better understanding of the legal underpinnings of emergency preparedness and response systems, what actions are authorized, and how to minimize liabilities in large-scale public health emergencies.This one-day course is a survey of selected legal issues that typically arise during emergencies. The primary goal of this competency based training is to enhance the ability of government employees to identify potential legal issues so that necessary adjustments to planning, policies, or procedures can be developed prior to a public health emergency, and to ensure a more effective response. By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
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Mid-America Regional Council |