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Our 2026 Webinar Schedule is still coming together now. Want to present a webinar or series of webinars? If you would like to be considered as a webinar speaker, simply click the Webinar Presenter link below and submit your request online. Our Webinar Training Committee will review your request and get back to you!  

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2026 WEBINARS

 

Elisabeth K. Maede

 

PMH-BC, RN, Riverside University Health System 

 

 Elisabeth K. Maede, PMH-BC, RN is a Behavioral Emergency Response Team (BERT) nurse with extensive experience in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and trauma-informed care across emergency and inpatient settings. Elisabeth's focus is on translating behavioral risk assessment, communication, and situational awareness into practical, systems-level frameworks that support safety for patients, staff, and first responders. 

 
March 25th, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Objective Before Subjective: A Rapid Behavioral Risk Assessment Tool for Fire and Campus Safety
 ICC Course # 50262


Be the Next Human in the Room

Behavioral emergencies are among the most unpredictable and dangerous calls faced by fire officials and campus safety teams, yet many responders receive limited training on how escalation develops in real time.

This session provides a clear, actionable framework for rapidly assessing behavioral risk during high-stress encounters. Participants will be introduced to the De-Escalation Window Triad, a timing-based model that clarifies when the opportunity for calming intervention is open, when it is narrowing, and when safety-driven containment must take precedence.

Participants will also learn the Objective Before Subjective Assessment Card, a rapid field tool that identifies crises through observable, objective indicators rather than interpretation or assumption. These indicators include eye behavior, body stance, autonomic stress cues, vocal patterns, orientation, and movement.

Together, these tools support confident, disciplined decision-making while reducing unnecessary escalation. Through real-world case examples and frontline experience, participants will learn how to Be the Next Human in the Room—establishing presence and regulation early—while remaining prepared to transition decisively to safety measures as conditions change.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  1. Identify observable, objective indicators of behavioral escalation using a rapid field assessment tool, reducing reliance on subjective interpretation during high-risk encounters.

  2. Differentiate between phases of the De-Escalation Window Triad to determine when calming interventions are appropriate and when safety-driven containment is required.

  3. Apply timing-based decision-making principles to behavioral emergencies in order to improve responder safety, scene stability, and outcome predictability.

  4. Demonstrate how early presence and regulation—being the first human in the room—function as operational skills that support risk reduction without delaying necessary safety actions.

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Aaron Johnson

Executive Director at International Firestop Council 

Aaron has over twenty years of experience in fire protection, life safety, and code compliance. He began his career in the fire service, rising through the ranks to become Fire Marshal. Today, he serves as Executive Director of the International Firestop Council, leading initiatives that advance fire and smoke containment in building construction. Through research, education, and code development, he works to strengthen safety standards and testing practices. His commitment to improving fire protection continues to shape policies and raise awareness of the vital role firestopping plays in preventing the spread of fire and smoke.
April 8th, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Special Inspection of Firestopping: as required by IBC Chapter 17
 ICC Course # 50042


This course introduces the special inspection of firestopping as required by IBC Chapter 17, focusing on the critical role firestopping plays in containing fire, smoke, and toxic gases. Participants will learn the fundamentals of firestopping systems, including penetrations, joints, and perimeter barriers, and review the provisions of Section 1705.17. The course covers inspector qualifications, types of inspections, and key materials and testing standards such as ASTM and UL listings. Practical guidance on inspection processes, documentation, and handling non-compliance will be provided. By the end, attendees will be prepared to apply inspection techniques that ensure code compliance and enhance life safety in the built environment.
Attendees will understand firestopping fundamentals, interpret IBC Chapter 17 Requirements for Special Inspections, recognize firestopping materials and compliance standards and be able to apply inspection techniques to ensure code compliance.
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Donna Settle

Property Risk Engineering Leader,
Gallagher Insurance 

Donna Settle is a commercial property risk engineering specialist with expertise in storage and logistics, manufacturing, and large healthcare, education, and research campuses. She provides risk engineering services to global clients with complex occupancies, helping to control and minimize total risk costs. Donna acts as a liaison between clients and property insurance carrier engineers to align priorities and stabilize insurance programs.Starting her career as a facilities engineer in 1993, Donna joined Gallagher in 2020. She has worked with Rockwell Space Operations, FM Global, Zurich, and Marsh, gaining experience in property loss prevention, risk analysis, and loss investigation. Her diverse roles enable her to translate technical recommendations into actionable solutions.Donna earned a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Lamar University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Texas. In addition to URMIA, CCFS, and PRIMA, she is a member of NFPA, NSPE, and SFPE.
April 22nd, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Hidden Hazards in Campus Storage: What Risk Managers Miss
 ICC Course # TBD
From theaters to archives to athletic storage rooms, campus spaces frequently accumulate materials arranged in ways that unintentionally increase fire risk. This session demystifies storage hazards and commodity classifications using straightforward, accessible language. Participants will learn how to spot high‑risk arrangements, understand why certain materials behave differently in a fire, and identify corrective actions that require minimal cost but significantly reduce exposure. The content is designed for risk managers who interact regularly with facilities, housing, athletics, and auxiliary operations.
As a result of this experience, the audience will identify storage setups that elevate campus fire risk, classify common campus materials into broad risk categories, and implement straightforward improvements to reduce loss exposure.

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