IS-700.b – National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | Waukesha, WI | In Person
How do government agencies, nonprofits, community organizations, and the private sector work together during an emergency?
This introductory National Incident Management System (NIMS) course provides a foundational understanding of the common structures, terminology, and coordination principles used to bring organizations together before, during, and after disasters.
NIMS is a whole-community approach designed to help all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and the private sector work together to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from incidents.
Why It May Be Useful for COAD Partners
NIMS isn’t just for emergency management and public safety. For nonprofits, faith-based organizations, human services agencies, volunteer organizations, and other community partners, understanding NIMS can provide valuable context for how disaster coordination works and where community organizations fit within the larger response structure.
Topics include:
- Incident Command System (ICS) basics
- Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) and their role
- Multiagency coordination
- Managing and coordinating resources
- Communications and information sharing
- How ICS, EOCs, Joint Information Systems, and Multiagency Coordination Groups work together
Course Information
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Location: ATC – Pewaukee, Megawatt Room
W234 N2000 Ridgeview Parkway Court
Waukesha, WI 53188
Provider: Wisconsin Emergency Management
Format: In person
Cost: No tuition is charged.
