Community Points of Distribution (CPODs) are locations established by local jurisdictions to provide life sustaining commodities such as food and water in the aftermath of a disaster or emergency.  During the session, attendees will receive classroom instruction on fundamentals and considerations of C-POD planning, establishment, and the demobilization process. Training will end with a practical exercise that includes establishment and walk-thru of a Type III C-POD.

Agenda

• Informational Briefings (Organizational Structure & Activation, Layouts for Pedestrian and Vehicle Thru-Put, Distribution Methods)

• Safety Considerations / Demobilization

• Practical Exercise

    o Set-Up

    o Participant Walk-Thru

There are no prerequisites but for some advanced knowledge, participants are encouraged to consult the following resources:

FEMA

Independent Study Course IS-26: FEMA - Emergency Management Institute (EMI) Course | IS-26: Guide to Points of Distribution