Your input is requested to help answer some defining questions about PIO qualifications and requirements. Responses can go directly to Robert Thomas, Jr. Please see his recent correspondence to Executive Director Lisa McNeal:
Good afternoon Lisa,
I need some assistance from the membership if possible.
I am trying to ascertain what standards PIO’s must meet in jurisdictions throughout the country.
Specifically, are PIO’s required to complete ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 training?
Also, are PIO’s required by their employer to complete the FEMA G290 course “Basic Public Information Officer” and the associated FEMA G289 Joint Information Center (JIC) course?
If you could send a query to the membership it would be very much appreciated.
Many thanks,
Bob
Robert B. Thomas, Jr.
Coordinator of Community Outreach and Public Information
Harford County Department of Emergency Services
410-638-3408 or 443-617-1954
rbthomas@harfordpublicsafety.org