COURSE INFORMATION
Course Description
This course provides plan developers with the information necessary to prepare and implement a local Hazard Mitigation Plan.
The learner must achieve a minimum passing score of 75% on final knowledge assessments or demonstrate mastery on performance assessments or research assignments to earn the IACET CEU.
Selection Criteria: Local government officials, state officials, and others who are involved in the development of a local Mitigation Plan.
Course Objectives
- Define hazard mitigation and identify the benefits of mitigation planning.
- Develop or update a local mitigation plan.
- Identify resources and guidance available for mitigation planning and plan implementation.
Mission Areas
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Disciplines
Primary Core Capability
Training Certificate
- ND Division of Homeland Security and NDDES Certificate of Completion
STUDENT INFORMATION
UNIFORM/ATTIRE:
- Casual attire is encouraged.
CLASS MATERIALS:
- NDDES no longer prints course materials. The student course packet (student manual and course handouts) is distributed as a PDF via email. You may print this packet to bring with you or use it on an electronic device (computer or tablet, phones are not recommended for this).
- It is your responsibility to have the required materials for class. If you experience issues with the attachment to this email reach out via the contact info below for assistance.
- This class requires both pre-test and post-test assessments which are delivered online, therefore a device such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone is required.
- Any method to take notes (notebook, iPad, tablet) is acceptable and encouraged.
- Food and beverages (in covered containers) are permitted.
- A positive and open attitude is always welcomed too.
TRANSPORTATION:
- Transportation will be coordinated at the individual unit/organization level.
LODGING:
Lodging is not provided. As of October 1, 2024, the GSA rate for lodging in ND is $110, therefore the maximum amount that can be claimed is $99.00 plus applicable taxes ($110 x 90% = $99.00).
Hotel: Holiday Inn Bismarck, 3903 State St, Bismarck, ND
Reservation Name: Division of Homeland
Reservation Dates: Check In 10-Feb - Check Out 12-Feb
Reservation Cutoff: 5-Feb
Reservation Link: Click here to book online
Phone: 701-751-8240
NOTE: If you are claiming reimbursement to be paid back to a government agency such as a county, instead of you, then taxes will not be reimbursed and the maximum reimbursable rate is $96.30.
- DO NOT use a third-party hotel reservation system (hotels.com, expedia.com, trivago.com, etc.) if you’ll be requesting lodging reimbursement:
- You will most likely not get the state rate.
- You will most likely not get an itemized (shows rate, taxes, and other fees) zero-balance hotel receipt which is required for reimbursement.
- You will most likely get a composite receipt for the total amount and the hotel itself will not be able to give you one either.
MEALS:
Meals are not provided. In-state reimbursement rates are:
- Breakfast – $9.00.
- Lunch – $14.00.
- Dinner – $22.00.
REIMBURSEMENT:
As of October 1, 2023, the GSA rate for lodging in ND is $107, therefore the maximum amount that can be claimed is $96.30 plus applicable taxes ($107 x 90% = $96.30).
NDDES will reimburse lodging and per-diem at state rates for participants who:
- Are employees of state, local or tribal government/jurisdictions, and;
- Are First Responders or work in Emergency Management, and;
- Live or work in North Dakota, and;
- Live more than 50 miles from the training/event location.
You will need:
