About
This class prepares individuals to assist in the management of crowds by assessing the occupancy prior to and during an event. Occupancies holding 50 or more persons for eating, entertainment, worship, meetings, or similar uses are classified as an “Assembly” and are required to have a minimum of one (1) trained “Crowd Manager.” Where the occupancy load exceeds 250 people, one (1) trained “Crowd Manager” for every 250 people is required. This seminar will provide valuable education in the area of fire and life safety and maintaining a safe environment in case of an emergency requiring the evacuation of a building.
Course Objective
This course is designed to prepare individuals to assist in maintaining a fire-safe environment in assembly occupancies. It will provide valuable education in the areas of fire safety and emergency building evacuation. Upon completion of this program, participants will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to create a safe environment for occupants to gather in and promote organizational safety as a part of the corporate culture. Classes are limited to 26 people; the 12 people minimum is suspended until further notice.
Class Schedule:
2024 dates:
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February 14, 2024,10:00 AM, Fire Headquarters
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March 13, 2024, 10:00 AM, Fire Headquarters
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April 10, 2024, 10:00 AM, George Howard Building
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May 8, 2024, 10:00 AM, Fire Headquarters
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June 12, 2024, 6:30 PM, George Howard Building
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July 10, 2024, 10:00 AM, Fire Headquarters
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September 11, 2024, 10:00 AM, Fire Headquarters
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October 9, 2024, 6:30 PM, George Howard Building
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November 13, 2024, 10:00 AM, Fire Headquarters
- To sign up, please email: FD3689@howardcountymd.gov or call: 410-313-6040 between 9am – 2pm Monday through Thursday.
Class Locations:
- 10:00 AM classes will be held at Howard County Fire and Rescue Headquarters: 2201 Warwick Way, Marriottsville, MD 21104, with the exception of the April 10 class.
- 6:30 PM classes will be held at the George Howard Building: 3430 Court House Dr. Ellicott City, MD 21043
Course Fee and Registration:
Free to all Howard County organizations, establishments, and civic groups.
To register, email the address above or call 410-313-6040 (Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 2 pm).
Inclement Weather Policy
Class will be cancelled when Howard County Public Schools are CLOSED due to the weather.