OSC 2007 Evaluation Report
OSC 2007 Evaluation Report
OSC 2007 Evaluation Report
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<strong>2007</strong> <strong>OSC</strong> Readiness Training Program <strong>Evaluation</strong> <strong>Report</strong><br />
Temporary Relocation: What You Need to Know<br />
Instructors: Gregory Fife, EPA Region 6<br />
Daniel Heister, EPA Region 10<br />
Terri Johnson, EPA OSRTI<br />
Kevin Mould, EPA OEM<br />
Pat Seppi, EPA Region 2<br />
This course provided information on what to do in an emergency when residents must be temporarily<br />
relocated. The course was presented as a seminar, with a panel of experts that included <strong>OSC</strong>s who have<br />
dealt with the issue. Participants were able to share experiences and ask questions of experienced<br />
instructors.<br />
The objectives of the course were to help participants understand the basics of temporary relocation<br />
during emergency responses, recognize the complexities involved, and learn what to do and what not to<br />
do. Among the topics addressed were:<br />
• Making the decision — is temporary relocation a viable option at your site?<br />
• Guiding principles from the Uniform Relocation Act.<br />
• Overview of Superfund guidance as it relates to emergencies.<br />
• Working with affected residents.<br />
• The types of assistance that are available.<br />
• Dealing with stress and disruption.<br />
• Replacing demolished structures.<br />
The course was designed to encourage site-specific discussions and included a case study that illustrated<br />
common issues in implementing temporary relocation. The target audience for this course was <strong>OSC</strong>s who<br />
may have to deal with this issue.<br />
Participation and Average Grade<br />
Number of Participants Who<br />
Pre-registered<br />
Number of Participants Who<br />
Signed Course Roster<br />
Number of <strong>Evaluation</strong><br />
Forms Submitted<br />
Average<br />
Grade<br />
36 35 22 4*<br />
* The grade displayed is the average of the grades provided on the evaluation forms, where<br />
1 = Poor, 2 = Fair, 3 = Good, 4 = Very Good, and 5 = Excellent.<br />
C-106 Comments about Individual Training Courses