Our training sessions offer a unique opportunity for current PERMA members to connect and engage with each other. By sharing their experiences and insights, members can learn from one another and gain a deeper understanding of how to effectively manage risks.
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This training is provided by First Responders Resiliency, Inc. (FRRI) in partnership with LAWCX and FRMS, the training location is provided in partnership with The City of Coronado. This event is specifically designed to support first responders not only in their psychological but also physiological, emotional, relational, and physical well-being. Please see the flyer attached to learn about the program and sign up your staff. This training is open to any staff within your first responder departments (frontline, admin, leadership, and others).
Topics include:
➔ Neuroanatomy
➔ The Nervous System
➔ Tactical Resiliency Training & Tactical Breathwork
➔ Mindfulness-Based Tools
➔ Nutrition, Exercise
➔ Substance Abuse & Recovery Programs
➔ Psychological Impacts
Cost: AT NO COST TO ANY MEMBERS OF LAWCX
Please note: Lunch and lots of coffee will be provided onsite.
This course will review regulatory requirements for both portable and fixed ladders. Discussion includes proper selection of ladders, duty ratings, set-up and securement of ladders, climbing and use, care and storage, and training requirements.
Trainer: Colin Bender
Alarm systems provide critical alerts to both occupants and emergency services. If these systems fail the consequences may be fatal. Get up to speed on alarm system functionality, attributes and management's role in this important one-hour class.
Presented By: Lucas Davenport Senior Risk Control Consultant Alliant Insurance Services
Day 1 of First Responder Wellness Week focuses on practical recovery strategies to support long-term readiness and performance.
Every call for service demands physical readiness—and for many first responders, pain and lingering injuries are part of the job. But they don’t have to define your career.
When Something Hurts: Smart, Sustainable Recovery focuses on practical strategies first responders can use to recover smarter, reduce chronic pain, and maintain long-term performance.
In this live session, you’ll learn:
Description:
Contractual Risk Transfer 201 is an advanced training to ensure agencies do not unnecessarily assume liability when entering into agreements. Risk transfer is a fundamental component in any comprehensive risk management strategy and can often be overlooked resulting in legal costs and damages. This training will dive deeper into legal obligations, indemnity clauses, uses of insurance liability, that can arise through contracts. The training will spend time on lessons learned from actual cases. The training will also look at the insurance requirements for certain types of contracts. As well as a review of ISO forms commonly used by insurance carriers. The training examines processes for ensuring the effectiveness of contractual risk transfers, and identifies problems that may arise if contracts are not properly reviewed and their risks managed.
Time & Date:
The training will be held via webinar. Each training session will be two hours long and have a question/answer session at the end of the presentation. These trainings are all the same. To register, click the date you would like to attend below:
January 21, 2016, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
January 21, 2016, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
March 24, 2026, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
March 24, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Speaker:
Dr. Robert May’s main career focus has been in the public sector. He has a broad depth of municipal and special district experience and worked for over thirty years in the California fire service. Bob is also the former Risk Management Program Manager for a California risk pool. His responsibilities included providing risk management guidance to members include reviewing contracts or agreements for appropriate risk transfer and insurance specification language, providing input on risk exposures associated with member-sponsored activities and events, providing field assistance, and discussing program coverage issues with members.
Description:
Contractual Risk Transfer 201 is an advanced training to ensure agencies do not unnecessarily assume liability when entering into agreements. Risk transfer is a fundamental component in any comprehensive risk management strategy and can often be overlooked resulting in legal costs and damages. This training will dive deeper into legal obligations, indemnity clauses, uses of insurance liability, that can arise through contracts. The training will spend time on lessons learned from actual cases. The training will also look at the insurance requirements for certain types of contracts. As well as a review of ISO forms commonly used by insurance carriers. The training examines processes for ensuring the effectiveness of contractual risk transfers, and identifies problems that may arise if contracts are not properly reviewed and their risks managed.
Time & Date:
The training will be held via webinar. Each training session will be two hours long and have a question/answer session at the end of the presentation. These trainings are all the same. To register, click the date you would like to attend below:
January 21, 2016, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
January 21, 2016, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
March 24, 2026, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
March 24, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Speaker:
Dr. Robert May’s main career focus has been in the public sector. He has a broad depth of municipal and special district experience and worked for over thirty years in the California fire service. Bob is also the former Risk Management Program Manager for a California risk pool. His responsibilities included providing risk management guidance to members include reviewing contracts or agreements for appropriate risk transfer and insurance specification language, providing input on risk exposures associated with member-sponsored activities and events, providing field assistance, and discussing program coverage issues with members.
This course will provide information regarding risk factors for, and signs and symptoms of, ergonomic injuries as related to an office workstation situation. The discussion will involve prevention strategies including adjustments to workstations, microbreaks, and recommended exercises and stretches.
Trainer: David Mattos
This training will offer information on the following:
In early 2025, the Liability Ad Hoc Committee recommended conducting regular risk manager roundtable meetings as an opportunity for members and other invitees to share success stories, lessons learned, or emerging topics. These roundtable meetings will be held virtually on a quarterly basis.
This course will provide information on fall protection requirements for those working at elevated locations (where a person could fall more than four feet), including fall hazard surveys, fall protection system selection and application, fall protection equipment, training, and emergency rescue plans.
Trainer: Adam Lopez
Whether water-based, chemical, or foam, fixed fire suppression systems have one goal: suppress or extinguish a fire. We’ll be breaking down each type, discussing benefits and limitations, and sharing steps to ensure successful operation.
Learn how to inspire trust, foster a culture of safety, and minimize risk. Discover actionable strategies to strengthen team culture and lead with purpose and empathy.
Who Should Attend:
Leaders and supervisors at all levels in the public agencies looking to hone their leadership skills and strengthen their teams.
Quick Info:
Are your buildings having a midlife crisis? Structures erected from the mid to latter 20th century may be “wearing out”. We’ll explore how to proactively address the components of buildings’ electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, roofing, appliances, water heaters, and more.
Presenter: Steven Meglio, GSP, CPSI Risk Control Consultant Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.
The first part of this training session will provide information on indoor and outdoor heat illness prevention and exposure mitigation requirements including shade, water, rest, acclimatization, and emergency procedures.
The second part of this webinar will provide information on wildfire smoke hazards including air quality triggers, work practice controls, and respirator use during wildfire events.
Trainer: Rachel Dreher
Learn how to inspire trust, foster a culture of safety, and minimize risk. Discover actionable strategies to strengthen team culture and lead with purpose and empathy.
Who Should Attend:
Leaders and supervisors at all levels in the public agencies looking to hone their leadership skills and strengthen their teams.
Quick Info:
In early 2025, the Liability Ad Hoc Committee recommended conducting regular risk manager roundtable meetings as an opportunity for members and other invitees to share success stories, lessons learned, or emerging topics. These roundtable meetings will be held virtually on a quarterly basis.