The New Normal: Performing Training and Exercises Virtually

With COVID-19 at the forefront of everyone’s mind, the traditional method of having in-person trainings and exercises has come to a standstill.  Many organizations have made a transition into performing various tasks virtually throughout the pandemic. Although there is a need to follow social distancing guidelines, organizations still depend on training and exercises for when a disaster inevitably strikes.

The ability to adapt and adjust to the “new normal” is evident. With organizations now using virtual platforms, such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and GoToMeeting, DSI has doubled our support for our clients by moving these essential trainings and exercises to the same virtual platforms. We realize the importance of updated training and exercises to remain in compliance with certain rules and regulations but nevertheless, the health and safety of our clients continues to be one of our top priorities.

How can DSI help?

DSI is available to help organizations with any preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation training that will fit their needs. DSI can assist in developing training events that are engaging and interactive to your audience through a variety of collaboration tools such as online screen sharing and personalized meeting rooms. We also carry out trainings to “train the trainer” in order to prepare our clients for future events. 

In addition, DSI can perform virtual exercises for you and customize them to your specific needs. With technology and resources at our fingertips, we have the ability to create unique scenarios for training exercises that our clients can participate in which can replicate the same atmosphere as an in-person exercise.

Our training and exercise team can deliver HSEEP-guided webinars, workshops, drills, and full-scale exercises that are student-centric, relevant, effective, and comprehensive.

Does your organization need trainings and/or exercises?

We are here for all your preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation needs. DSI has a team of certified professionals that are specialized and experienced in training and exercises. We will provide all the tools and resources to support you.

For any questions you may have about training and exercises, please reach out to Joe Myers or Linda Berry!