All Hazards Training Center at The University of Findlay

09/03/2026

🚂 RAIL CAR INCIDENT RESPONSE TRAINING 🚂

Hazardous materials incidents involving freight rail cars require specialized awareness and response knowledge. Torrance County Fire Rescue is hosting Rail Car Incident Response, a FREE DHS/FEMA-certified training designed specifically for rural emergency responders.

📍 Moriarty, NM
📅 September 26, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MT
💲 Tuition-Free DHS/FEMA Grant-Funded Training
✅ Identify rail car types and markings
✅ Understand hazards associated with rail transportation
✅ Enhance responder safety and situational awareness
✅ Strengthen emergency response capabilities in rural communities

⚠️ Registration closes September 12, 2026!
📲 Register today:
https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/628

09/02/2026

🚨 FREE DHS/FEMA GRANT-FUNDED TRAINING FOR SCHOOL & COMMUNITY LEADERS! 🚨

When a school-based incident occurs, effective decision-making can make all the difference. Join us for Crisis Management for School Based Incidents and gain practical strategies for preparing, responding, and recovering from emergencies affecting schools and their communities.

📍 Bloomfield, IN
🤝 Hosted by Greene County Emergency Management
📅 September 19, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET

This valuable course is designed for school administrators, emergency managers, law enforcement, first responders, and other key decision-makers responsible for school safety and emergency preparedness.

📲 Register Today:
https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/638

09/01/2026

Registration deadline extended to September 3rd!

🚨 When a school crisis occurs, being prepared matters.
Join us in York, PA for Crisis Management for School-Based Incidents for Key Decision Makers, a two-day training focused on planning, preparation, communication, response and recovery in the event of a school-based incident.

📅 September 14-15, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
📍 York, PA
🤝 Hosted by York County Emergency Management
✅ Register by August 31st https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/462

Prepare today for the challenges of tomorrow.

08/26/2026

🚛⚠️ Our instructors have been busy delivering our newest grant-funded DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation training!

This 8-hour course provides trainees from small and mid-sized companies with critical training on the safe loading, unloading, and preparation of hazardous materials for transportation.

✅ Meets DOT HMR requirements for: • Initial Training • 3-Year Refresher Training (49 CFR Part 172, Subpart H)

The course may be hosted by a company, in person or virtually via Teams with a live instructor.

Contact Tim Saltzman 📞 419-434-4126 for more information or to request a course.

08/26/2026

🚨 When a school crisis occurs, being prepared matters.
Join us in York, PA for Crisis Management for School-Based Incidents for Key Decision Makers, a two-day training focused on planning, preparation, communication, response and recovery in the event of a school-based incident.

📅 September 14-15, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
📍 York, PA
🤝 Hosted by York County Emergency Management
✅ Register by August 31st https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/462

Prepare today for the challenges of tomorrow.

08/25/2026

🚨 Working with the Media for Rural First Responders Training 🚨

Learn how to effectively communicate with the media before, during, and after emergency incidents. This one-day training is designed specifically for rural first responders and public safety professionals.

📅 September 22, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT
📍 Stevens Point, Wisconsin
🔗 Registration - https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/609

Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your public information and media engagement skills.

08/20/2026

August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month

This month, we recognize the dedicated emergency management professionals who work behind the scenes—and alongside first responders, government agencies, businesses, schools, healthcare organizations, and community partners—to prepare for the unexpected.

👏 Thank you to the emergency managers who help our communities prepare today for the challenges of tomorrow!

At All Hazards, we’re proud to support emergency management professionals and first responders through high-quality training that strengthens preparedness and response capabilities.

08/20/2026

🚛 Safety Starts with Knowledge

Understanding regulations is key to keeping our roads and workplaces safe.

At last Thursday's Hancock County Safety Council meeting, Tim Saltzman, our Director of Federal Programs & Operations, delivered an informative presentation on DOT HMIT training, highlighting the importance of hazardous materials transportation compliance and safety.

If you are interested in this grant-funded training please reach out to Tim at [email protected].

08/19/2026

🚤 Small Vessel Security for Rural Communities Training
Be prepared. Enhance your ability to prevent and respond to small vessel incidents with this DHS/FEMA-certified, tuition-free training.

📅 September 10 & 11, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET (each day)
💻 Virtual via Zoom

🔗 Register here: https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/242

This comprehensive 8-hour course provides participants with:
✅ Prevention strategies
✅ Response capability enhancement
✅ Critical thinking and decision-making skills during incidents

Don't miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen security and preparedness in your community.

08/13/2026

📢 Earlier this month, Glen Rudner and Jerry Stafford traveled across Arizona to deliver Grant Funded - DOT Alert Rail Car Incident Response Training in Rio Rico, Sun City West, and Bellemont.

These hands-on sessions provided first responders with critical information and practical tools to respond confidently and safely to rail transportation incidents involving crude, ethanol and other flammable liquids.

A big thank you to everyone who participated and continues to prioritize community safety. 👏