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PERMA & NYSAFC: Fire and EMS Behavioral Workshop - Westchester County
2020-11-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Westchester County Department Emergency Services, 4 Dana Road, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
Westchester County Workshop – Department of Emergency Services
In partnership with the NYSAFC, PERMA will be sponsoring their upcoming 2020 Fire and EMS Behavioral Health Workshops: The Price We Pay. The increasing amounts of suicides, alcoholism, drug addiction, and post-traumatic stress all need immediate attention.These regional trainings will examine the behavioral health issues faced by firefighters and emergency medical services personnel.
Led by Past Chief Mike Healy (Central Nyack Fire Department) and Chief Jared Meeker (Lake Shore Fire District) each workshop will provide:

An overview of the behavioral health problems that fire/EMS personnel experience
Skills necessary to recognize and help others who are struggling with mental health issues
How to monitor the health of fellow firefighters and EMS providers to prevent the negative results that could have a long-lasting impact on agencies
Increasing the overall retention and reducing burnout in these first responders

Registration is FREE for all PERMA Members. Space is limited.
To register, complete this form and submit to education@nysfirechiefs.com.

Safety Coordinator Online Training
2020-10-30 08:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-16 08:00 - 17:00 | NY
Presenter: Ed Starowicz, Public Works Risk Management Specialist
If you have been designated as your municipalities Safety Coordinator, this training will assist you in achieving success with your new assignment!
This series will focus on policies, procedures, and activities to help you create and maintain a safe workplace. By taking a proactive vs. reactive approach, you can build an effective Risk Management program that not only helps prevent accidents but also helps lower the costs of accidents that do occur.
Attendees will receive a safety thumb drive which includes all the topics and a host of other information to assist them.
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Fall Educational Online Forum
2020-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Handling the COVID Disrupted Workplace: The issues of Engagement, Productivity & Performance Management
Presented by: John Mancuso, Founder, Authentic CM
To say that COVID has disrupted business-as-usual is both redundant and a gross understatement. Because of the unprecedented nature of the obstacles that have arisen during the pandemic, we scramble to produce inconsistent and, sometimes, ill-conceived solutions. The good news is that thought leaders and successful companies have started to report their best practices for all of the upheaval facing remote and bricks-and-mortar workforces. This session will provide actionable behaviors for leaders, managers and people who think like them to preserve—and perhaps even increase—engagement, productivity and performance management during this current uncertainty through an eventual transition to a post-COVID workplace landscape.
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Fall Educational Online Forum
2020-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Please join our speakers John Corcoran, Esq. and Emily Middlebrook, Esq. of the Syracuse law firm of Hancock Estabrook, LLP as they address the Ongoing Implications of COVID-19 in Managing the Public Sector Workforce in New York State.
This interactive webinar will examine the key topics including the state and federal paid emergency sick leave laws, managing leaves for employees affected by the school re-openings, coping with returning employees who have traveled to high risk states, the collective bargaining trends in the COVID-19 world, and how to manage the recording of compensable work time for employees who work remotely. Participants will have the opportunity to pose questions.
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Webinar: Introducing ErgoIQ - Online Assessment
2020-10-22 13:00 - 13:30 | NY
ErgoIQ- Online Ergonomics Self-Assessment
Presenters: Sarah O’Brien, PERMA Senior Risk Management Specialist & Brooke Fenn
Developed by board certified professional ergonomists, ergoIQ empowers employees to quickly configure computer workstations for optimal health and comfort. Join us as we review key features including the customization of each self-assessment based on the user’s existing workstation set-up, the modern interface illustrating each adjustment and standard ergonomics guidelines.
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Webinar: Cold Stress Training
2020-10-20 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Presenters: Edmund Starowicz, Public Works Risk Management Specialist
John Usher, NYS Department of Labor

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Webinar: Cybersecurity for Municipalities
2020-10-15 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Presenters: Walter Lichty, PERMA IT- Network Engineer and Carl Benevento, Cyberstone Security
Today’s municipalities face ever-increasing challenges in Cybersecurity. From state mandates, such as the SHIELD Act, to phishing and ransomware attacks, it’s becoming more difficult to balance functionality and security with daily operations. Implementing New York State issued mandates which assist in compliance is an overall good start, but we will discuss taking it a step further.
This webinar will cover the SHIELD Act and general best practices for becoming more secure in a world connected to the internet. Find out the steps that PERMA takes to secure the data of its’ Members and apply it to your municipality or public entity.
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Interactive Driver Training
2020-10-13 13:00 - 13:30 | NY
In an effort to improve our members’ capabilities in avoiding motor vehicle accidents, we offer an online driving safety course from Safety National. All PERMA members now have access to participate in this interactive training experience. Use an online simulator to test your attention, how you react to distraction, and learn safe driving techniques.
Through Safety National, take this course to help reduce work-related vehicle accidents through online simulation and safe driving techniques. Learn more about what it has to offer!
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Webinar: Understanding Stress & How to Stress Less
2020-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
This session is facilitated by a professional therapist, introduces participants to the psychology and physiology of stress as a means for understanding and mitigating negative stress reactions. This session will demonstrate how variable levels of stress affect performance – positively and negatively. The class will discuss factors contributing to stress and how to minimize them, and offer insight into practical ways to manage stress when unavoidable. Participants will gain an understanding of how our perception of an experience as “stressful” affects our reactions and ultimately, how to use that same process to alter our perceptions to reduce stress.
Presenter: Capital EAP- Ashley Vazquez, EAP Counselor, MBA, MA
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Webinar: PERMA Updates for Brokers
2020-10-01 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Designed for Brokers Only.
Find out the latest from our Marketing team regarding updates to our PERMA program and offerings for our Members – your clients.
Presenters: Leah Demo, Sales Executive & Anthony Cassaro, Sr. Sales Executive
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CANCELLED: PERMA & NYSAFC: Fire and EMS Behavioral Workshop - Chautauqua County
2020-09-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Stockton Fire Company, 7243 Route 380, Stockton, NY, 14784, United States
Chautauqua County Workshop – Stockton Fire Company
In partnership with the NYSAFC, PERMA will be sponsoring their upcoming 2020 Fire and EMS Behavioral Health Workshops: The Price We Pay. The increasing amounts of suicides, alcoholism, drug addiction, and post-traumatic stress all need immediate attention.These regional trainings will examine the behavioral health issues faced by firefighters and emergency medical services personnel.
Led by Past Chief Mike Healy (Central Nyack Fire Department) and Chief Jared Meeker (Lake Shore Fire District) each workshop will provide:

An overview of the behavioral health problems that fire/EMS personnel experience
Skills necessary to recognize and help others who are struggling with mental health issues
How to monitor the health of fellow firefighters and EMS providers to prevent the negative results that could have a long-lasting impact on agencies
Increasing the overall retention and reducing burnout in these first responders

Registration is FREE for all PERMA Members. Space is limited.
To register, complete this form and submit to education@nysfirechiefs.com.

PERMA & NYSAFC: Fire and EMS Behavioral Workshop - Nassau County
2020-09-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Uniondale Fire Department, 88 Uniondale Ave., Uniondale, NY, 11553, United States
Nassau County Workshop – Uniondale Fire Department, Van Ness Fire Station
In partnership with the NYSAFC, PERMA will be sponsoring their upcoming 2020 Fire and EMS Behavioral Health Workshops: The Price We Pay. The increasing amounts of suicides, alcoholism, drug addiction, and post-traumatic stress all need immediate attention.These regional trainings will examine the behavioral health issues faced by firefighters and emergency medical services personnel.
Led by Past Chief Mike Healy (Central Nyack Fire Department) and Chief Jared Meeker (Lake Shore Fire District) each workshop will provide:

An overview of the behavioral health problems that fire/EMS personnel experience
Skills necessary to recognize and help others who are struggling with mental health issues
How to monitor the health of fellow firefighters and EMS providers to prevent the negative results that could have a long-lasting impact on agencies
Increasing the overall retention and reducing burnout in these first responders

Registration is FREE for all PERMA Members. Space is limited.
To register, complete this form and submit to education@nysfirechiefs.com.

Managers Summit - We're going virtual this year!
2020-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Save the Date – Manager’s Summit

We invite all managers, administrators, and other senior staff to attend our virtual PERMA Manager’s Summit in September.
These one -hour sessions will take a look at fiscal concerns in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Join Mildred Warner, Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning at Cornell University and Mack Cook, PERMA Member, Director of Administration & Finance for City of Cortland as they review what is happening to sales tax around New York State, the lessons learned in local government responses to fiscal stress during the Great Recession and impacts if mistakes are repeated.
Through a facilitated discussion, our additional guest presenters will provide a further local perspective on concerns impacting their daily operations from a County and School outlook.
Our guest presenters:
Bob Schneider, PERMA Board of Director, NYSSBA Executive Director
Jack Wheeler, PERMA Board of Director, County Manager for Steuben County

We encourage attendees to submit questions or specific topics prior to the event by emailing Member Services via memberservices@perma.org.
Don’t miss out! Click here to register today!

Managers Summit - We're going virtual this year!
2020-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Save the Date – Manager’s Summit

We invite all managers, administrators, and other senior staff to attend our virtual PERMA Manager’s Summit in September.
These one -hour sessions will take a look at fiscal concerns in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our featured speakers Louise Sheiner, Robert S. Kerr Senior Fellow in Economic Studies and Policy Director for the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy, alongside Patricia Dwyer, Executive Director of New York State City/County Management Association, will investigate the implications of COVID-19 on the state economy and local government budgets.
This interactive event will feature a question and answer dialogue as we examine these topics.
We encourage attendees to submit questions or specific topics prior to the event by emailing Member Services via memberservices@perma.org.
Don’t miss out! Click here to register today!

PERMA & NYSAFC: Fire and EMS Behavioral Workshop - Monroe County
2020-09-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Gates Fire District, 2355 Chili Avenue, Rochester, NY, 12624, United States
Monroe County Workshop – Gates Fire District
In partnership with the NYSAFC, PERMA will be sponsoring their upcoming 2020 Fire and EMS Behavioral Health Workshops: The Price We Pay. The increasing amounts of suicides, alcoholism, drug addiction, and post-traumatic stress all need immediate attention.These regional trainings will examine the behavioral health issues faced by firefighters and emergency medical services personnel.
Led by Past Chief Mike Healy (Central Nyack Fire Department) and Chief Jared Meeker (Lake Shore Fire District) each workshop will provide:

An overview of the behavioral health problems that fire/EMS personnel experience
Skills necessary to recognize and help others who are struggling with mental health issues
How to monitor the health of fellow firefighters and EMS providers to prevent the negative results that could have a long-lasting impact on agencies
Increasing the overall retention and reducing burnout in these first responders

Registration is FREE for all PERMA Members. Space is limited.
To register, complete this form and submit to education@nysfirechiefs.com.

PERMA & NYSAFC: Fire and EMS Behavioral Workshop - Clinton County
2020-09-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Clinton Community College, 136 Clinton Point Road, Plattsburgh, NY, 12901, United States
Clinton County Workshop – Clinton Community College
In partnership with the NYSAFC, PERMA will be sponsoring their upcoming 2020 Fire and EMS Behavioral Health Workshops: The Price We Pay. The increasing amounts of suicides, alcoholism, drug addiction, and post-traumatic stress all need immediate attention.These regional trainings will examine the behavioral health issues faced by firefighters and emergency medical services personnel.
Led by Past Chief Mike Healy (Central Nyack Fire Department) and Chief Jared Meeker (Lake Shore Fire District) each workshop will provide:

An overview of the behavioral health problems that fire/EMS personnel experience
Skills necessary to recognize and help others who are struggling with mental health issues
How to monitor the health of fellow firefighters and EMS providers to prevent the negative results that could have a long-lasting impact on agencies
Increasing the overall retention and reducing burnout in these first responders

Registration is FREE for all PERMA Members. Space is limited.
To register, complete this form and submit to education@nysfirechiefs.com.

Webinar: School Crossing Guard Training
2020-09-09 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Our Public Safety Risk Management Specialist, Pete Frisoni, will conduct the PERMA developed school crossing guard training webinar on Wednesday, September 9th
at 10: 00 a.m.
This training will review:

State and Federal regulations
Proper gear
Safe crossing procedures
How to instruct children in appropriate pedestrian behavior

REGISTER HERE!
Questions? Please contact Pete Frisoni via pfrisoni@perma.org.

Webinar: Navigating the PERMA Stretching Program
2020-08-27 13:00 - 14:00 | NY
Webinar:
Navigating the PERMA Stretching ProgramThursday, August 27 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Join Shani Soloff, PT, MS, CFMT, CEASII and CEO of The Posture People to review the PERMA Stretching Program. Developed for all PERMA Members, this stretching program features interactive videos focusing on specific stretches to help alleviate strain from sustained postures and repetitive activities. Each module guides you through proactive and reactive ways of stretching. Shani will show you:

How to register for the PERMA Stretching Program
How to best use the stretching modules to mitigate future risks on the job
Answer any questions you may have regarding the program.

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Webinar: Parks & Recreation - Reopening among COVID 19
2020-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Join Alan Pennington of the Matrix Consulting Group for an update in understanding the COVID-19 effects in opening local parks and recreation centers. Key talking points will include:

Factors to consider due to the changes brought on by COVID-19
How to maximize utilization – assuming group gathering limits and social distancing
Potential alternatives for programs and utilization considering this new normal
How to help ease potential concerns of community members regarding the constant changes

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PERMA Annual Member Business Meeting
2020-05-22 10:00 - 10:30 | NY
This year, join us online for the PERMA Annual Member Meeting to review the latest PERMA updates across Membership.
Register here!

CANCELLED PERMA 2020 Annual Member Conference
2020-05-21 08:00 - 2020-05-22 17:00 | The Sagamore Resort, 110 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing, NY, 12814, United States
As we continue to keep the health and safety of our staff and members as the priority during this time, we are regretfully cancelling this year’s 2020 Annual Member Conference to be held Thursday, May 21st and Friday May 22nd at the Sagamore Resort.
We look forward to providing our session topics, space theme, and event programming at our upcoming 2021 Annual Member Conference.

CANCELLED Safety Coordinator Training
2020-05-20 10:00 - 16:00 | NY

Webinar: Strategizing for COVID 19 - Part 2
2020-05-07 13:00 - 14:00 | NY
It has been one month since our previous webinar, Strategizing for the Effects of COVID – 19. Join the SUNY Rockefeller Institute of Government again for the latest update in understanding the COVID-19 pandemic, where we are now, and the outlook.

Register here.
Questions? Please contact Kimberlee Freer, Event Coordinator in Member Services via memberservices@perma.org.

International Firefighters' Day
2020-05-04 | NY
Firefighters dedicate their lives to the protection of life and property. Sometimes that dedication is in the form of countless hours volunteered over many years, in others it is many selfless years working in the industry. In all cases it risks the ultimate sacrifice of a firefighter’s life.
International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD) is a time where the world’s community can recognize and honor the sacrifices that firefighters make to ensure that their communities and environment are as safe as possible. It is also a day to thank those current and past firefighters for their contributions.

Public Service Recognition Week
2020-05-03 - 2020-05-09 | NY
Public Service Recognition Week is celebrated the first week of May since 1985 (beginning on the first Sunday of the month) to honor the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county and local government employees.
36 years of honoring public servants and connecting citizens with their government #PSRW

CANCELLED - Front Desk Safety & Security Workshop - Elizabethtown, NY
2020-04-29 08:30 - 15:30 | Essex County Building, 7551 Court Street, Entrance 3, Elizabethtown, NY, 12932, United States
This event has been cancelled and postponed.

In this workshop, you’ll discover a variety of tools, techniques and strategies for securing your front desk area and staying calm and in control when faced with a variety of situations.
Perfect for: front desk staff, receptionists, secretaries, office assistants, security personnel and facility managers.
Topics to include:

Assess your front desk area and eliminate potential security breaches, dangerous situations and safety hazards
Best ways to respond when emergencies arise – both natural disasters and human threats
Dialing 911 – what to do if you are suddenly required to make that call
Techniques for defusing escalating tempers
How to keep up with visitors, packages, phone calls and email
Warning signs that can help you identify people who may pose a threat to you, your organization or its employees
Safety policy procedures for: handling suspicious packages, envelopes or other delivery items; disgruntled visitors; threats made over the phone; verbal abuse

Lunch Provided. Seating is limited. This session is FREE for all PERMA Members.
RSVP by March 6th to Sigrid Vompa, Safety Training Coordinator, svompa@perma.org or (518)220-0386.

CANCELLED Annual Refresher Training - Town, Village, Highway & DPW Staff (Madison)
2020-04-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Cornell Cooperative Extension – Madison Farm & Home Ag Center, 100 Eaton Street, Morrisville, NY, 13408, United States
Annual review of training for Madison Town, Village, Highway & DPW Staff presented by Lew Troast.
Seating is Limited.
RSVP by March 27th to Sigrid Vompa, Safety Training Coordinator via svompa@perma.org or (518) 220-0386.

CANCELLED -Annual Refresher Training - Town, Village, Highway & DPW Staff (Chenango)
2020-04-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Canasawacta Country Club, 261 County Road 44, Norwich, NY, 13815, United States
This event has been cancelled and postponed.

Annual review of training for Chenango Town, Village, Highway & DPW Staff presented by Lew Troast.
Seating is Limited.
RSVP by March 27th to Sigrid Vompa, Safety Training Coordinator via svompa@perma.org or (518) 220-0386.
