Training

Videoconferencing transforms training
A Sony IPELA videoconferencing network is creating a new model for first responders across the country. The network links Sony PCS-1 communications systems installed in separate firehouses to a PCS-G70 codec unit in another firehouse used as the primary training site, allowing a department to conduct "virtual" training sessions. Using the Sony IPELA videoconferencing system, training can be conducted at the stations, so firefighters remain ready for emergencies, resulting in significant cost and time savings, as well as improved services. The training sessions are also recorded, so firefighters can make up any training that they might have missed because of scheduling conflicts or due to responses to calls that occurred during the original training session.
For more: https://b2b.sony.com.

Training solution for medical errors
LifeWings Partners LLC offers a groundbreaking safety and communication system originating from a proven aviation-based model known as Crew Resource Management (CRM). CRM was introduced to flight crews in the early 1980s to help reduce errors and improve communication among teams in the air. Now, LifeWings offers healthcare organizations the same safety system that has made commercial aviation so safe and reliable. LifeWings is implementing CRM in healthcare facilities throughout the United States to minimize error and prevent sentinel events. The LifeWings approach is a combination of teamwork training and implementation of standardized Hardwired Safety Tools (procedures, protocols, checklists) that are customized based on the needs of the facility.
For more: www.SaferPatients.com.

Fire service communications training
APCO Institute has released its new fire service communications training course, Fire Service Communications, First Edition. This course provides comprehensive in-service training for fire service telecommunicators. Topics include an overview of firefighting and fire service apparatus and equipment, the role of the fire service telecommunicator, and understanding and responding to fire service incidents including technical rescue, hazmat and terrorism incidents. The new curriculum also offers comprehensive training on the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS), covering FEMA IS-700 and IS-800 training requirements.
For more: www.apcoinstitute.org.

Eight-hour hazmat training course
Emergency Film Group has released Hazmat Operations, a video-based training program that provides eight hours of training in the core competencies for certification at the Operations Level established by OSHA's regulation, 20 CFR 1910.120, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Hazmat Operations includes five videos or DVDs, as well as a leader's guide, with objectives, ideas for activities and post-seminar testing. The program provides training in certain mission-specific competencies, such as control measures, ICS and decontamination. Discussion questions and activities are provided that are intended to help relate the lessons taught in the videos to the particular jurisdiction or facility.
For more: www.efilmgroup.com.

Interactive CD-ROM offers one-on-one CPR instruction
First Aid for All (FAFA) offers CD-ROMs that train individuals in CPR and AED use. The CPR CD includes instruction, a test, the submission of results of the test to First Aid for All via the Internet and the awarding of a certification that First Aid for All sends via the mail. All the information related to what a student has been tested on, his score and when he took the test is stored in the national registry at First Aid for All.
For more: www.firstaidforall.com.