Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements (QDMA)

Background

Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements (QDMA) is the foundation for all Disaster Management training and should be completed prior to undertaking any other courses under the Queensland Disaster Management Training Framework (QDMTF).

As a key stakeholder within the QDMTF, it is highly recommended that you complete this training module face-to-face, delivered by your Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC), to enable the training to be contextualised to your local area and needs.

Target Audience

• LDMG Members
• LRRG Members
• LDCC Reserve

Aim

Assist emergency personnel, volunteers and community using the comprehensive framework in managing and responding to disasters effectively within the state of Queensland.

Objectives:

• Knowledge of disaster management legislation, doctrine, principles and approaches
• Understanding local, district and State disaster management group structures and functions
• Prevention, preparedness, response and recovery activities
• Disaster declaration arrangements
• Disaster funding arrangements

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this course

Facilitators:

Emergency Management Coordinators, Queensland Police Service

Venue:

1 Nicholas Street Building, Meeting Room 6.1

What will I need to bring:

Example:

• Notepad and pen
• Water Bottle

Catering:

Catering will not be provided for this training

Dress Code:

Standard Corporate Attire.

Additional joining instructions and information will be provided to registered attendees closer to the exercise.