Georgia DOE

Training


A local agency or school may request any of the following programs:

Bomb Threat Management

Bomb Threat Management

This course examines how to develop a Bomb Threat Management Plan to handle the many types of threats that may occur. This class discusses the types of threats, how and when to evacuate, as well as how to conduct searches for suspicious packages.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Bus Safety Awareness

Bus Safety Awareness

This course identifies laws associated with school buses, special considerations for school buses, and additional safety factors that may need to be considered when developing a school safety plan. It also discusses several incidents that bus drivers may be faced with and identifying potential problems with the use of school buses in exigent circumstances.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Civilian Response to Active Shooter (CRASE)

Civilian Response to Active Shooter (CRASE)

Incidents involving active shooters have become all too familiar. Through this training we will identify a true active shooter, examine the history of active shooter incidents and discuss the possible responses to various active shooter situations. We will also explore pro-active steps that can be taken to possibly reduce the likelihood of an incident occurring.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

De-escalation for Schools

De-escalation for Schools

This course discusses violence in schools, human behavior, and human interaction. This class is designed to give helpful tips in many situations when de-escalation is necessary. Our goal is to provide training that will make your school a safer place to learn and work.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Emergency Operations Planning for Schools

Emergency Operations Planning for Schools

This program examines the planning process and what aspects should be covered in the Emergency Operations Plan according to the law. This class also discusses self-assessment tips for reviewing a schools plan.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

FEMA Training

FEMA Training

EMI works in collaboration with the whole community to provide training in support of the NIMS Training Program. The Preparedness Branch coordinates EMI’s NIMS training efforts with the National Integration Center (NIC) to integrate NIMS doctrine and training with whole community needs.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

School Safety Assessment

School Safety Assessment

The purpose of the site assessment is to conduct a basic multi discipline evaluation of the site to gauge existing or potential hazards, conditions or practices that may impact the safety and wellbeing of the property and those that are present. The site assessment takes an all-hazard approach and is based on CPTED principles, best practices, and local response protocols. Assessments are non-regulatory.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Severe Weather

Severe Weather

This course examines the weather-related dangers that pose specific risks to schools. This program also discusses the types of watches and warnings issued by the National Weather Service, proper response procedures, and proper safe-sheltering areas within the school facility.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Site Threat Access & Response (STAR) Audit

Site Threat Access & Response (STAR) Audit

This program helps schools identify vulnerabilities at their facilities and improve their level of safety. The STAR Audit is designed to give requesting entities a fair and unbiased evaluation of physical security measures and threat response protocols.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign and call-to-action. This course is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts that encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Suspicious Activity Reporting

Suspicious Activity Reporting

Recent events highlight the need to have an easy, consistent method of reporting suspicious activity. This course is designed to give participants a greater understanding of what suspicious activity is and how to properly report it. They will be taught that suspicious activity focuses on behaviors and incidents, not on race, ethnicity, national origin, or religious affiliation. Situational awareness will be emphasized.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov

Visual Weapons Screening

Visual Weapons Screening

This course discusses concealment techniques and the indicators that a person may be carrying a weapon. It also discusses different screening techniques, how to apply those techniques, and what procedures should be followed if a weapon is suspected. Laws concerning weapons in school are also examined in this course.

Email: gema-schoolsafety@gema.ga.gov