This 2-day (16 hour) course is designed to prepare first-responder personnel to take the appropriate course of action at the scene of a potential terrorist incident. The course will provide students with a general understanding and recognition of terrorism, defensive considerations (biological, nuclear, incendiary, chemical, and explosive), as well as command and control issues associated with criminal incidents. When an incident occurs, the student will be able to recognize and implement self-protective measures, secure the scene, complete appropriate notifications to local, State, and Federal authorities, and assist in completing a smooth transition from emergency to recovery and termination operations. This is a National Fire Academy (NFA) course.

The target audience for this training includes hazardous materials, fire, and emergency medical services first responder personnel, law enforcement personnel, emergency communications personnel, jurisdiction emergency coordinators, public works managers, and public health providers. 

This training also satisfies certain requirements of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE)