Disaster Preparedness Training for First Responders in the Southeast and Native American Tribes
Official title: AFC-HDPT
Funded at Alabama Fire College · NIH-11381792 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A disaster preparedness program trains first responders and public safety teams to recognize hazards, triage, and stay safer during natural or man-made emergencies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Alabama Fire College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tuscaloosa, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 1992 |
| Project end | May 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $78,423 |
| NIH project number | 5U45ES006155-36 |
| Project ID | NIH-11381792 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are first responders and public safety personnel in Alabama, Alaska, and related Native American communities who may encounter disasters or mass casualty incidents.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not involved in public safety or not likely to respond to disaster training may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
This grant funds training for firefighters, police, EMS, and emergency managers across the southeastern United States and Native American communities. The program focuses on hazard recognition, response decision-making, and techniques to manage mass casualty incidents, including hostile events. By delivering specialized, real-world training, it aims to improve responder safety and the effectiveness of initial disaster response. The effort emphasizes practical skills and situational awareness that can be applied immediately in emergencies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to faster, safer, and more coordinated responses to disasters for communities at risk.
How similar studies have gone: Previous disaster training initiatives have shown improvements in responder readiness and safety, but results vary by setting and delivery.
Where this research is happening
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Alabama Fire College
Tuscaloosa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krayer, Theodore Henry — Alabama Fire College
- Study coordinator: Krayer, Theodore Henry
Related research
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Hazardous Materials Training for Emergency Responders in communities and Native American tribes
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Hazardous materials worker safety training for responders and Native American communities
This program keeps delivering specialized safety training to Native American tribal members and public safety personnel in the Southeast to help them handle hazardous materials incidents and waste sites more safely.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.