The primary response capability to any emergency largely comes from local and State agencies. Incident Commanders and Emergency Managers must have validated credentials to ensure that qualified personnel are effectively engaged appropriately. This maximizes the effectiveness of the response effort and minimizes the liability exposure from unqualified personnel performing critical functions.
Scope:
All emergency responders within the State of Missouri whether employed by a public safety agency or a private or not-for-profit organization involved in emergency response efforts are included in this strategy. Special response teams sponsored by the State are specifically included.
Development Plan:
The State of Missouri is participating with several other states in an effort with FEMA to define the interaction of state and local credentials with the federal credential bridge system. The Department of Public Safety has published a draft strategy for credentialing emergency responders within the state. Each of the nine Homeland Security Regions within the state have been asked to identify a representative to participate in a Credentialing Working Group. These people, as well as additional representatives from each of the two UASI areas will meet in the first quarter of next year to finalize the strategy.
Examples of Reasons for a Strategy to Confirm Credentials:
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Department of Public Safety | Missouri State Government Home Page | Employment |
Emergency Response Officials Credentials
Missouri Responders Credentialing Strategy (Draft)
Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12
Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 Architecture Working Group
Show-Me Response |
