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traditional methodologies such as the internet,distance learning,or home study whenever such delivery supports
<br /> training objectives. Pilot courses and innovative approaches to training citizens and instructors are encouraged.
<br /> • Training that promotes individual,family,or community safety and preparedness is encouraged,including: all-
<br /> hazards safety training such as emergency preparedness,basic first aid,life saving skills,crime prevention and
<br /> terrorism awareness,school preparedness,public health issues,mitigation/property damage prevention,safety in the
<br /> home,light search and rescue skills,principles of NIMS/ICS,volunteer management and volunteer activities,serving
<br /> and integrating people with disabilities,pet care preparedness,CPR/AED training,identity theft workshops,terrorism
<br /> awareness seminars,and disability-inclusive community preparedness conferences. The delivery of the CERT Basic
<br /> Training Course and supplement training for CERT members who have completed the basic training,the CERT
<br /> Train-the-Trainer Course,and the CERT Program Manager Course are strongly encouraged.
<br /> • Overtime and Backfill—The entire amount of overtime costs,including payments related to backfilling personnel,
<br /> which are the direct result of attendance at FEMA and/or approved training courses and programs,are allowable.
<br /> These costs are allowed only to the extent the payment for such services is in accordance with the policies of the State
<br /> or unit(s)of local government and has the approval of the State or the awarding agency,whichever is applicable.In
<br /> no case is dual compensation allowable.That is,an employee of a unit of government may not receive compensation
<br /> from their unit or agency of government AND from an award for a single period of time(e.g., 1:00 p.m.to 5:00
<br /> p.m.),even though such work may benefit both activities.
<br /> • Travel—Costs(e.g.,airfare,mileage,per diem,hotel)are allowable as expenses by employees who are on travel
<br /> status for official business related to approved training.
<br /> • Hiring of Full or Part-Time Staff or Contractors/Consultants—Payment of salaries and fringe benefits to full or
<br /> part-time staff or contractors/consultants must be in accordance with the policies of the State or unit(s)of local
<br /> government and have the approval of the State or awarding agency,whichever is applicable.Such costs must be
<br /> included within the funding allowed for program management personnel expenses.In no case is dual compensation
<br /> allowable.
<br /> • Certification/Recertification of Instructors—States are encouraged to follow the NTE Instructor Quality Assurance
<br /> Program to ensure a minimum level of competency and corresponding levels of evaluation of student learning. This
<br /> is particularly important for those courses that involve training of trainers. This information is contained in
<br /> Information Bulletin#193,issued October 20,2005. Additional information can be obtained at
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<br /> • Other Items—These costs include the rental of equipment and other expenses used specifically for exercises,costs
<br /> associated with inclusive practices and the provision of reasonable accommodations and modifications to provide full
<br /> access for children and adults with disabilities.
<br /> Unauthorized training-related costs include:
<br /> 4- Reimbursement for the maintenance and/or wear and tear costs of general use vehicles(e.g.,construction
<br /> vehicles)medical supplies,and emergency response apparatus(e.g.,fire trucks,ambulances).
<br /> 1 Equipment that is purchased for permanent installation and/or use,beyond the scope of exercise conduct(e.g.,
<br /> electronic messaging signs).
<br /> 1 The purchase of food is not permissible under this grant,subject to prior approval of the Department of
<br /> Financial Services,explicitly authorized by 2 CFR,Part 225,Appendix B.While this is an allowable purchase
<br /> by DHS,please note that FDEM adheres to Florida Statues,which are more stringent than federal guidance.
<br /> Such expenditures are restricted to the rates specified for Class C meals in Section 112.061,Florida Statutes.
<br /> C. Exercises
<br /> Allowable exercise-related costs include:
<br /> • Funds Used to Design,Develop,Conduct,and Evaluate an Exercise—Includes costs related to planning,meeting
<br /> space and other meeting costs,facilitation costs,materials and supplies,travel,and documentation.Grantees are
<br /> encouraged to use government or free public space/locations/facilities,whenever available,prior to the rental of
<br /> space/locations/facilities. Exercises should provide the opportunity to demonstrate and validate skills learned,as well
<br /> as to identify any gaps in these skills. Any exercise or exercise gaps,including those for children and individuals
<br /> with disabilities or access and functional needs,should be identified in the AAR/IP and addressed in the exercise
<br /> cycle.
<br /> Hiring of Full or Part-Time Staff or Contractors/Consultants—Full or part-time staff may be hired to support
<br /> exercise-related activities.Such costs must be included within the funding allowed for program management
<br /> personnel expenses.
<br /> The applicant's formal written procurement policy or 44 CFR 13.36—whichever is more stringent—must be
<br /> followed.
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