The objective of COOP is to ensure a viable capability exists to continue essential functions across a wide range of potential emergencies, specifically when the primary facility is either threatened or inaccessible.  While much of the current focus on contingency planning grows out of the aftermath of the autumn 2001 attacks, continuity of operations planning is an ongoing effort that predates the attacks and grows out of efforts to prepare government and business to withstand disasters and other unforeseen occurrences.  The class will help the student identify the need, develop, and implement a Continuity of Operations Plan for their specialty.

Prerequisite: IS-546 Continuity of Operations (COOP) Awareness Course

Hours: 16

Cost: $275 (1 night dbl. lodging free)

The prerequisite course is free, web-based, and downloadable through the Federal Emergency Management Agency at http://www.training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/is546.asp

February 25-26, 2009  -  Lansing

June 18-19, 2009 - Lansing