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Working in Hot Conditions

Publication date: April 1, 2023

Sam PollyExtension Specialist, Plant Science and TechnologyTo prevent heat-related illnesses, follow the guidelines below when working in temperatures above 75 degrees:Check the weather prediction for temperature, humidity, and heat index.As these ...

Avian Influenza Biosecurity for Small Flock Owners

Publication date: Feb. 15, 2023

Revised by Maria DashekVeterinary Medical Diagnostic LaboratoryAvian influenza (AI) is an infectious respiratory disease caused by a virus. It readily infects most bird species, including those that are of commercial importance, such as chickens, ...

Basics of AI: Avian Influenza

Publication date: Feb. 15, 2023

Revised by Maria DashekVeterinary Medical Diagnostic LaboratoryAvian influenza (AI) is an infectious respiratory disease that affects a variety of birds. The various strains of virus that cause AI are generally categorized as high or low ...

Taking Shelter From the Storm: Safe Rooms Video

Publication date: Feb. 1, 2023

Reviewed by Michael GoldschmidtUniversity of Missouri ExtensionTopicsSafe roomConstructionEmergency preparednessSevere weatherTornadoNote: For information on drawings and specifications for building a suitable FEMA safe room for your home, please ...

Hurry Up and Wait: Replanting Decisions for Pastures During Drought

Publication date: Jan. 27, 2023

Rob KallenbachDepartment of AgronomyCraig RobertsDepartment of AgronomyDrought typically causes Missouri cattlemen to be concerned about their pastures. These concerns can turn to thoughts of replanting, but such plans may be premature.The major ...

Preparing Petroleum-Powered Vehicles for Winter Weather

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2022

Reviewed by Conne BurnhamMU Extension Emergency Management Bob SchultheisMU Extension natural resource engineering specialist in Webster CountyCold weather is hard on cars and trucks and usually causes at least one vehicle around the farm or home to ...

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EMT Basic Training Entrance Exam

online $50.00

Complete the EMS Education Application First before taking this exam. This EMT entrance exam will test your abilities in 4 areas. Testing areas include math, medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, and reading with writing sample. You must ...

EMS Education Application

online $0.00

This application process is the first step towards achieving emergency services education. This course will guide you through the EMS Education Institute application process. You must apply to and be accepted by the EMS Education Institute before ...

CEU Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident Response Awareness

July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023

online $25.00

Welcome to Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident Response Awareness. This awareness-level course is the first level of first responder certification. A first responder must be properly trained and mentally prepared when called ...

CEU Key Concepts for the Rural Practitioner

Dec. 12, 2021 - May 30, 2024

online $0.00

Providers who practice in rural communities face challenges often not shared by their colleagues in urban or suburban settings or in larger practice settings. This series of learning modules addresses topics specifically requested by rural ...

CEU Principles of Fire Prevention & Protection Services (CO23108)

April 3, 2023 - June 30, 2023

online $375.00

This course provides information about the fire service's history, modern components of fire and emergency services, and careers within the industry. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the procedures for conducting fire ...

CEU Emergency Services Management (CO23107)

April 3, 2023 - July 30, 2023

blended $375.00

The course is designed to provide knowledge, skills, and abilities for students to function as an administrative manager. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to direct unit members during a training evolution; prepare a budget ...

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Community Health Engagement and Outreach

When individuals are healthy, physically and mentally, the community is healthy.

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Drought resources

Providing information and resources about drought monitoring and mitigation.

EMS Education Institute

Providing an evolving, dynamic education and training program for new and existing EMS and Allied Healthcare Professionals meeting and exceeding current standard of care

Flood Resources

Current information about flooding; dangers to crops and food quality/safety; how to recover from a flood.

Law Enforcement Training Institute

Providing basic and advanced law enforcement training as well as animal cruelty investigation programs.

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