THE TACTICS MEETING

In this episode, join us for an exclusive preview of the newly updated Joint Information Center (JIC) and Liaison Manual of the Northwest Regional Contingency Plan, along with insights into the upcoming Communications Workshop in Portland on April 3rd, 2024. Our guests, Suzanne Lagoni, Principal at Nexus Northwest, and Ty Keltner, Communications Manager at the Washington State Department of Ecology, bring their wealth of experience and expertise to the discussion. Throughout the episode, listeners will gain valuable insights into: Whether you're directly involved in emergency response efforts or simply interested in understanding the dynamics of crisis communication, this episode provides invaluable insights and a sneak peek into the latest resources and training opportunities available in the Northwest region. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how effective communication can make all the difference in times of crisis, and discover how you can strengthen your organization's readiness and resilience in the face of uncertainty.

In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the critical role of the Liaison Officer within the Incident Command System, an essential framework for emergency response coordination. With the expertise of our guest, Jim Butler, a seasoned professional in the field, we explore the intricacies of how Liaison Officers serve as the pivotal link between various agencies and the command center during crises.

In this special episode, brought to you by a collaboration between The Tactics Meeting Podcast and Crowley Maritime, , we dive into the intricate world of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), exploring its science, inherent dangers, and the critical measures in place for its safe handling and distribution. Join us as Christopher Deschenes and Rami Abusoufeh from Crowley, Jim Elliott from T&T Salvage, and Captain Kuldeep Singh from Gallagher Marine Services share their expertise on LNG's role in global energy, the risks and precautions associated with its bunkering and transportation, and the strategies for responding to LNG-related incidents. This comprehensive discussion aims to enlighten listeners on the importance of safety protocols and innovations in the LNG industry, offering insights into the challenges and solutions in managing this vital energy resource.

In this enlightening fifth session of our podcast series, host Mark Curtis, a renowned expert in Emergency Management and Business Continuity, delves into the critical topic of engaging and nurturing the next generation of emergency responders. Mark explores the unique challenges facing the emergency management industry today, including the pressing need for new talent and the evolving landscape of crisis response.

In this special episode of the Tactics Meeting, we start a five-episode trip around the Incident Command System planning cycle with renowned Planning Section Chief Cheryl Surface. We begin with the ICS-201 Incident Briefing, transfer of command, initial Incident Action Plan, and some tips and tricks from the school of hard knocks.

What does community air monitioring and safety entail in emergency response? What’s the difference between a toxicologist and an industrial hygienist? And where do these positions fall within the incident command structure? Angie Perez, from the Center of Toxicology and Environmental Health (CTEH), talks with us this week to answer all these questions and more.

This week's special guests Tammy Allen and Steward Waddles discuss Bainbridge Prepares, a nonprofit coalition of local departments and agencies coming together with the community to plan for disaster. Tune in to learn about how they, and their 600 volunteers, are creating preparedness plans for Bainbridge Island, and consider the deeper details involved with emergency response.

The back end of radio communications has many moving parts, but one thing is certain; Preparing emergency radio communications is preparing for resiliency. This week we speak with the 101st Group Commander of the Military Auxiliary Radio Service (MARS), Pete Pritchard. Find out details about radio organization and the importance of radio communication in this week's episode.

In this week's episode, we are talking about applying objectives, strategies, and tactics in the incident command system. What are the differences between these terms, how do they all work together, and what are some specific execution techniques you can use. Find out right here on episode 33 of The Tactics Meeting.

We feature our first large group panel on this special episode of the Tactics Meeting. Here to talk about the importance of crisis communication, we chat with Suzanne Lagoni, Liz Fuller, Dylan Darling, Lauren Wirtis, Nhi Irwin, and Sara Zeman. Hear about their experiences as communication PIO’s, students, and CEOs and find out what they think the future of crisis communication could look like.

When it comes to animal rescue response, a lot more is required than just a few bottles of dawn soap. Barbara Callahan and JD Bergeron from the International Bird Rescue, speak with us this week about their work with all kinds of animals in emergency events. Find out why the IBR should be one of the first numbers on your call list and about all the steps & knowledge that go into successfully washing, stabilizing, rehabilitating, and releasing animals after a crisis.

With their own unique sets of skills, and a desire to help out, volunteers can play a key role in emergency response. But what are volunteers allowed to do in emergency response, and how do you coordinate them? Nhi Irwin, the Statewide Resource Section Manager of the Washington State Department of Ecology, explains just that in our 30th episode. She describes how to use an online system for volunteer registration & coordination, Northwest Area Contingency Plan policy, and other crucial information about the use of volunteers during a crisis.

Incident Commander and Emmy award-winning actor Kim Estes shares his incident response success tips. What is it like to be in charge, how do you know when to step up, and how are investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board handled? All of these questions and more, answered in this week's full-hour episode.

Deciphering the ins and outs of job tickets, invoices, checklist items, and audits can be a daunting affair during incident command. In this episode, we hear from Finance Section Chief of Gallagher Marine System, Eva Pomaranski, on overcoming & managing these financial tasks during an emergency.

This week we hear from the General Manager of the Southeast Alaska Petroleum Response Organization (SeaPro), Dave Owings. Tune in as Dave explains oil spill response & challenges in Southeast Alaska, mutual aid with Canada, and his early days in oil spill response with Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC).

Client Support, data security, usability, and accessibility are all key factors when it comes to virtual drill design. This week Agneta Dahl shares her knowledge of the virtual command post and how you can prepare for exercises while keeping best practices in mind. Learn about digital signatures, in-person vs. virtual communication, and digital documentation in the virtual command post so you can have successful drills in the virtual space.

Underestimated spill volume, poor visibility, and confusion were only some of the challenges Barry McFarland faced when he became Incident Commander in San Fransisco after the MV COSCO BUSAN collided with the Bay Bridge. When it comes to putting early response to the test, credibility is your number one tool. Six months of built-up trust can disappear in just a few response hours by releasing misleading information. The Captain of the Port found this out the hard way on day seven of this event when he was relieved as Federal On-Scene Coordinator because of a lack of confidence.

There's a lot to be learned when it comes to the Washington State Emergency Response Towing Vessel. Why do we need it? Who pays for it? And how do I get coverage for my vessel? In this episode, we answer all these questions. Captain Moore, Captain Veentjer, Dale Jenson, and Sonja Larson explain the history, funding, and activation of the ERTV located at Neah Bay.

This week we hear from, your host, Dan Smiley on the future of the virtual command post and how teaching, meeting, and learning online can be successful for everyone. All the same implementation, without the geographical boundaries.

Inventor of the drum skimmer, winner of the X Prize, and founder of Elastec, meet Donnie Wilson. This week we'll delve into Wilson's journey, hearing about his efforts to build the world's largest, most efficient, oil skimmer and further discuss his notion that careers do not run in a straight line.