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| What do
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| What don't you know? |
| Check out the on-the-air training tips for 12 May through 10 Oct 2008. You might be surprised, and if not, you will be reassured. (Originally in two parts, they are combined into one file now. Read the notes) |
| Mike, AS0 TWO, in cooperation with Randy, AS0 FOUR, has developed a great series of ECOM training tips that will help you be ready, know what to do, and how to prepare for any MARS ECOM situation. Well, maybe not every possible contingency, but you'll be far ahead of those who do not. |
| This isn't just for new members, or those planning to deploy to the field in an ART team. It's for every single member of the program. (Tango members see below) |
| Mike is planning certificates for those who take the series and pass a review test on the material. Here's something exciting for a little additional effort. |
| will be issued to those who meet certain requirements. |
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| Read the qualifications requirements below then click on this link to download a "Application for "Globe and Compass Rose Pin" and ECOM qualifications certificate. This is an MS Word Form. For fastest results fill in your part and e-mail it to your state director. You can also download a PDF version, but you will have to print it out then scan it to e-mail, or send it USPS |
| The "Globe and Compass Rose" pin has been selected as the Region Ten ECOM Qualifications pin. This pin was selected for the special meaning it conveys. The globe signifies we stand ready to assist any situation anywhere in the world we might be needed; the compass rose says you have direction in your efforts to assist those in need. |
| Earn the pin and wear it proudly. It shows you have taken additional training and demonstrated skills to be ECOM ready and qualified. To qualify for the pin you will need to: |
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be a regular, honorary, or associate member of Region Ten in good standing* |
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take the series of ECOM training tips on the air or download parts 1 and 2 from AS0 FOUR page and study them, preferably do both; |
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pass the open book quiz on these training tips with a 3.4 (85%); find it in part 2, Lesson 23. |
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take, pass, and receive the certificates for FEMA courses 100, 200***, 700, and 800. |
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You must take these FEMA courses on line and obtain the FEMA certificate, regardless whether you also took the course through an emergency management agency such as local sheriff's office and received their certificate. |
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have drafted and sent a properly formatted EEI message (actual event or exercise) in the last 12 months; |
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Checked into the PA1E net at least once by voice and once by digital means (separate net dates) in the last 6 months; and, |
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participated in at least one ECOM exercise at your State, Region, or Pac Area level, or an actual ECOM event anywhere, in the last 12 months. |
| * Tango members are encouraged to participate, but will need to complete their Trial Service and be advanced to regular membership before applying for a pin. Trial Service Participation time will count. Due to the work and commitment involved with the Trail Service Basic Procedures training, Tangos are encouraged to wait until they complete that training before taking on the FEMA courses. |
| ** Time
frames are based on full months prior to the month you apply for your
pin. *** If you took FEMA course 195 between 2001 and August 2006 and received the FEMA certificate for it, it can be used in place of courses 100 and 200. However, it is recommended you take 100 and 200. |
| Info on how to apply for your pin can be found under ECOM Pin on the ECOM page |
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