Current Grant Projects
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Hazardous Materials & Railway Safety for EMS Training
The Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services Association (WEMSA) is proud to offer a free, on-demand course for EMS and fire personnel across Wisconsin on hazardous materials response and railway incident safety. This course was developed with support from the Assistance for Local Emergency Response Training (ALERT) Grant, with the goal of strengthening response capabilities across rural and urban communities alike.
The first 100 Wisconsin EMS providers (with an active EMS license through DHS) who complete the online course will receive a $25 gift card as a thank-you for their participation. Completion includes all content modules and a brief post-course quiz.
Why This Training Matters:Each year, millions of tons of freight—much of it hazardous—is transported by rail through Wisconsin. These materials include:
In the event of a derailment, chemical spill, or railway incident, EMS providers are often the first on scene—but many are undertrained in hazmat-specific protocols. This course bridges that gap, delivering practical, EMS-focused hazmat instruction that complements fire-side training while addressing the unique responsibilities of EMS professionals. This course was previously offered through in-person sessions held across the state and at the WEMSA Annual Conference. Now, it is available online through the WEMSA Learning Portal for anytime access. |
What You’ll Learn:
Who Should Take This Course?This 4 hour training is designed for: 🚑 EMS Professionals 🚒 Firefighters and First Responders 🛤️ Any responder operating near rail infrastructure or hazardous cargo |
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Participants will earn 4.0 hours of CAPCE Approved CE credits that can be used towards License recertification.
Rescue to Recovery: Organ Donation Education for EMS Providers
In partnership with Donate Life Wisconsin, the WEMSA Foundation is launching "Rescue to Recovery," a pivotal initiative aimed at boosting organ donation awareness among EMS professionals and the wider community. This program seeks to bridge the knowledge gap in organ, tissue, and ligament donation through comprehensive educational resources, establishing statewide standardized protocols, and engaging community outreach efforts. By empowering our EMS professionals with the right tools and knowledge, we aim to enhance the organ donation process, making a meaningful impact on lives across Wisconsin.
THIS INITIATIVE IS NOW LIVE - CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
Responder Ready
Responder Ready is an innovative training program designed to empower event staff, volunteers, sports teams, clubs and more with critical emergency response skills. This education platform offers on-demand, self-paced training videos covering a range of scenarios from allergic reactions to incident response. Event hosts, team captains, and organizers can easily assign education tasks and track the progress of their team. This comprehensive approach ensures that community members, staff and volunteers are well-prepared to handle emergencies, making events safer for everyone involved.
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