Training

The training provided by the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency serves 39 local communities in improving effective and professional emergency services. The instruction offered will enable each community to attain proficiency in mitigating, preparing for, responding to, and recovering from all types of emergencies, including those attributable

All courses are free of charge and taught by qualified instructors under contract with the RIEMA. In addition, independent-study course opportunities are offered for individuals who seek professional training but are unable to attend courses in residence or in the field, in an organized classroom environment.

For additional information and specific training needs please contact us via telephone at (401) 462.7122 or email the State Training Coordinator at michelle.i.sansouci.nfg@mail.mil

Exercises

The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency is implementing the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program, or HSEEP, methodology to enhance and assess preparedness, prevention, response, and recovery capabilities at the Federal, State, and local levels.

Rhode Island's HSEEP plan is a threat and performance based exercise program employing a cycle and range of exercise activities. This site is designed to be utilized by Federal, State, local, tribal, and private, or non-governmental organizations that are dedicated to enhancing preparedness efforts through practice and exercise.

For additional information, or to request a copy of the RIEMA 2012-2015 Exercise Planning Guide, please contact us at (401) 462.7187 or email the State Exercise Training Officer at raymond.t.laprad.nfg@mail.mil

See link for Exercise information: http://www.fema.gov/national-exercise-program