Stay ConnectedThe InterAgency Board podcast discusses all things related to emergency services. In this episode, we discuss the origins and operation of the InterAgency Board, what it has done, what services it continues to provide, and where it is going.
For questions or comments, Email the IAB: Info@interagencyboard.org
Links from the episode
The InterAgency Board: https://interagencyboard.org/
Select Equipment List (SEL): https://interagencyboard.org/sel/
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In this episode we discuss LEPCs, what they are, what they do, and how to leverage them for emergency planning.
For more information
Frederick County MD LEPC https://frederickcountymd.gov/2212/Local-Emergency-Planning-Committee-LEPC
Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know https://www.epa.gov/epcra
LEPCs https://www.epa.gov/epcra/local-emergency-planning-committees
National Association of SARA Title Two Planning Officers https://nasttpo.com/
In this episode, we continue our discussion on scholarships that are available for first responders to advanced their professional and technical education.
Links of interest
Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation https://yld.org/
International Public Safety Leadership and Ethics Institute (IPSLEI) Scholarship https://www.ipslei.org/scholarship-programs-awardees
US HEAT Scholarship Fund https://www.us-heat.org/
Texas HEAT Scholarship https://www.us-heat.org/awards-and-scholarships/texas-heat
Maryland HEAT Scholarship https://www.us-heat.org/awards-and-scholarships/maryland-heat
HMIC Scholarship https://www.us-heat.org/awards-and-scholarships/hmic
In this episode, we discuss several scholarships that are available for first responders to advanced their professional and technical education.
Links of interest
Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation https://yld.org/
International Public Safety Leadership and Ethics Institute (IPSLEI) Scholarship https://www.ipslei.org/scholarship-programs-awardees
US HEAT Scholarship Fund https://www.us-heat.org/
Texas HEAT Scholarship https://www.us-heat.org/awards-and-scholarships/texas-heat
Maryland HEAT Scholarship https://www.us-heat.org/awards-and-scholarships/maryland-heat
HMIC Scholarship https://www.us-heat.org/awards-and-scholarships/hmic
In this episode we our discussion of the hazards of fire smoke, personal protection, and actions you can take to reduce your exposure.
For more information:
Interagency Board Guidance on evaluating hazards in the post fire environment https://interagencyboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IABPUB-2012-01-01-Evaluation-of-Post-Fire-Environment.pdf
Response Technologies https://www.responsetechnologies.com/
The Meter Guys https://www.themeterguys.org/
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation https://www.firehero.org/
InterAgency Board https://interagencyboard.org/
In this episode we discuss the hazards of fire smoke, personal protection, and actions you can take to reduce your exposure.
For more information:
Interagency Board Guidance on evaluating hazards in the post fire environment https://interagencyboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IABPUB-2012-01-01-Evaluation-of-Post-Fire-Environment.pdf
Response Technologies https://www.responsetechnologies.com/
The Meter Guys https://www.themeterguys.org/
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation https://www.firehero.org/
InterAgency Board https://interagencyboard.org/
In this episode, we discuss the hazards associated with compressed and liquefied natural gas, response procedures, and safety concerns.
For questions, comments, or to suggest topics, email podcast@interagencyboard.org
For information about the interagency board, access to documents and reports, the Chemical of the Week, and the Hazardous Materials Hotline, visit https://interagencyboard.org/
SERTC AFFIRM course https://sertc.org/course/new-course-coming-fall-2024-per-327-alternative-fuels-and-flammable-incident-response-and-management/
FDNY Tips from Training & Safety. CNG v. LNG https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h9DRekSiGdbHJxELJFncJRQyZZyA447Y/view
FDNY Tips from Training and Safety. LA Incident https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IbND_S2q-Q4JrckVVqDNFKRvXcMHIoK3/view
FDNY Alternative Fuels. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IbND_S2q-Q4JrckVVqDNFKRvXcMHIoK3/view
LAFD Training Tips. CNG https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-YVBiXjaM54Q0ccDUM8nmaogqNpwtYSk/view?pli=1
NTSB CNG Incident Report. https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/HWY24FH003.aspx
NFPA Alternative Fuels Training. https://www.nfpa.org/for-professionals/training-for-me/buy-alternative-fuel-vehicles-training#sortCriteria=%40title%20ascending&aq=%40culture%3D%22en%22&cq=%40subtopics%3D%3D(%22Electric%20vehicles%22)%20%20%40tagproductcategories%3D%3D(%22Online%20Training%22)%20
This is the second part of a two-part episode looking at post incident and response to active shooter and hostile incidents.
Our guests are Chief (ret) Julie Downey, Tara Hughes, Chief Steve Hamilton, and Doctor Josh Dietzer.
Links
Questions and comments: podcast@interagencyboard.org
FDNY warm zone triage model https://www.fdnypro.org/s4-e49-fdny-warm-zone-triage-with-captain-gregg-brady/
FDNY warm zone triage model https://nycremsco.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/RTF-Medical-Protocols-2025-Draft-Final-Clean.1.pdf
This is the first part of a two-part episode looking at pre-incident and response to active shooter and hostile incidents.
Our guests are Chief (ret) Julie Downey, Tara Hughes, Chief Steve Hamilton, and Doctor Josh Dietzer.
Links
Questions and comments: podcast@interagencyboard.org
FDNY warm zone triage model https://www.fdnypro.org/s4-e49-fdny-warm-zone-triage-with-captain-gregg-brady/
FDNY warm zone triage model https://nycremsco.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/RTF-Medical-Protocols-2025-Draft-Final-Clean.1.pdf
In this episode we discuss the hazards and emergency response to incidents involving electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
For questions, information, or suggestions for future podcasts, email podcast@interagencyboard.org.
Links
InterAgency Board https://interagencyboard.org/
Fire Safety Research Institute Battery Safety https://batteryfiresafety.org/
Energy Safety Response Group https://www.energyresponsegroup.com/
Hazmat and Rescue https://www.hazmatandrescue.com/about
In this episode, we talk with Al Valerioti and Bob Bradley about modeling for hazardous materials incidents.
For comments, questions of suggestions, email podcast@interagencyboard.org
CAMEO Software https://cameo.noaa.gov/
ALOHA Software https://www.epa.gov/cameo/aloha-software
MARPLOT https://www.epa.gov/cameo/marplot-software
IMAAC https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/hazardous-response-capabilities/imaac
Introduction to Computer-Aided Management of Emergency Operations (CAMEO) Suite (PER-229) https://ncbrt.lsu.edu/courses/dhs/per-229.php
CAMEO training resources https://www.epa.gov/cameo/cameo-training-and-events
Emergency Management Solutions https://www.emergencymanagementsolutions.com/
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