Satellite Broadcast  Expanded Description

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The Department of Defense
Medical Interagency Satellite Training Program (MIST)

Present:

A FLETC Double Header

Thursday 28 June 2007; 1000 - 1200 ET

Available GETN Digital Warrior Satellite Platforms

a.  Sponsors:  This program is sponsored by the Multijurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force Training (MCTFT), the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) and the Department of Defense Medical Interagency Satellite Training Program (MIST), with the extended technical support of the Satellite Education Network Ft. Lee, VA. 

b.  Availability:  This free, public domain, previously recorded broadcast will be available on the GETN /Military/Federal Warrior digital CDV satellite networks.  There is no C/KU Analog or KU Digital satellite coverage available for this program.  Other private and public satellite networks may also carry the program, check with your satellite provider.  (Note: This program WILL NOT be available on small digital dish networks such as DirecTV or Echostar systems.) 

Will this program be Video streamed?   Yes, it is expected that this program will be available as both a live and achieved webcast for all registered sites.  Details in coordination message for all registered sites.

c.  Target Audience Statement:  This program is targeted primarily to federal and public college and university police and security forces.  

d.  Program Summaries & Objectives: 

Program One:

“Clandestine Meth Labs”; 1000-1100 ET -  You’d think everyone would know how dangerous methamphetamine is and how toxic the labs are, but not everyone does.  In the heat of the moment, some people make some very bad decisions, putting their lives and health at risk.  We hear horror stories about booby traps, big fires, and violent suspects, but those aren't the only dangers.  In fact, you're more likely to come in contact with dangerous chemicals and vapors, and that contact can harm you.  The harm might not come immediately, but sometime down the road.

During this hour-long broadcast, learn what makes the labs themselves dangerous.  See what reacts badly with what and how you can stay safe when you approach a meth lab.  Find out what federal regulations are out there that you need to be aware of.  See the equipment you should have before going into a meth lab and how it works.  Also, learn what your department should do to support you and your efforts.  

Learning Objectives:

-      Find out what really makes meth labs dangerous

-      See how to use the safety equipment you need and why you need it

-      Discover how to talk to your departments about what you need and why

-      Hear a woman's story about breathing problems stemming from living near a meth lab

-      Learn about the lasting health effects of dealing with meth labs

Program Panelists:
 

Bruce Liebe, Master Sergeant, Illinois State Police, Clandestine Laboratory Program Coordinator - Liebe began his law enforcement career in 1982 and after serving 4-1/2 years with the LaSalle, Illinois, Police Department, he joined the Illinois State Police.  Liebe has served in patrol, narcotics investigations and on the tactical response team (SWAT).  While assigned to state and federal narcotics task forces, his primary duties were clandestine laboratory investigations/dismantling and clandestine laboratory safety and awareness training.  He serves as an expert witness in both state and federal court regarding methamphetamine production and distribution.  Liebe also serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Illinois, Springfield, in the Criminal Justice Program.  He holds an A.A.S. Degree in Criminal Justice from Illinois Valley Community College, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice and Master of Arts Degree in Legal Studies from the University of Illinois.  He is also a graduate of the Southern Police Institute, administrative Officer's Course with the University of Louisville. 

John W. Martyny, Ph.D., Certified Industrial Hygienist, National Jewish Medical and Research Center, Associate Professor in the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences  - Dr. Martyny has been working with law enforcement and emergency services organizations since January 2002 to identify the chemical exposures involved with the investigation of clandestine methamphetamine laboratories.  He has conducted controlled “cooks” and simulated methamphetamine “smoking” to determine the exposures involved with these processes and the associated potential health effects.  Dr. Martyny and his team have written several reports that are used internationally to inform law enforcement and other personnel about the potential health effects associated with these laboratories as well as how to protect themselves and others from these exposures.  Health effects to investigation personnel, medical personnel, the “cookers” themselves and their children have been addressed.  Research is also being conducted on the best decontamination methodologies to be used, especially for children associated with these sites.  These efforts are being continued with grants and assistance from the United States Department of Justice and COPS.  Dr. Martyny received his doctorate from Colorado State University in 1987.  He holds undergraduate degrees from the Ohio State University and from Humboldt State University in Arcata, California.  He holds faculty appointments at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and the Colorado State University.  John has been involved in many investigations involving indoor air quality, exposure assessment and exposure control and has many publications in this area. 

Timyn Rice, Statewide Environmental Forensics Coordinator for the Division of Law Enforcement at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection -  

Timyn Rice is in charge of ensuring that chemical evidence for criminal cases is collected in a safe and legally defensible manner.  He is also an Emergency Response Specialist and has responded to clandestine laboratories throughout the state of Florida to assess the chemical hazards.  Rice provides OSHA and Hazardous Materials training to emergency responders and law enforcement personnel throughout the state and nation.  He has testified as an expert witness in a variety of state and federal environmental crimes cases, and has been recognized by the EPA, FBI, US Department of Justice, and US Coast Guard for his expertise.  Rice has a Bachelor of Science degree from Eckerd College and a Master of Public Health degree from the University of South Florida. 

Program Two: 

“Computers & Drug Trade”; 1100-1200 ET - What did we do before computers?  How did we communicate?  Pay our bills?  Look at vacation photos?  Drug dealers are using technology to do those things and more.  Computers and related equipment can provide all sorts of information that can help you make your case, if you know what you're looking for and how to process it.  During this hour-long broadcast, instructors from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's (FLETC) Computer and Financial Investigations Division and computer forensics investigators will demystify digital evidence by showing you how drug dealers and users utilize computers.  Learn the best ways to get a search warrant, the basics of what to do and what NOT to do at a scene, and how pre-planning can make your investigation a whole lot easier.

Learning Objectives: 

-       Learn what verbiage to use in a search warrant

-       See what to do and what not to do at a scene

-       Discover what evidence you should take with you and how to safely remove it from the scene

e.  Program Panelists:

Ed Hewitt, Retired Detective, Vancouver, WA Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit for White Collar Crimes, owner of Financial SafeGuards, LLC.  - During his 31 years of combined law enforcement and private sector business management & investigative experience, Hewitt has successfully spearheaded numerous large and complicated investigations into cases involving organized crime, identity theft, insurance & investment fraud, internet fraud, and corporate and non-profit embezzlement.  He is considered an expert about identity theft and internet crime.  Hewitt holds a BS Degree from Washington State University in Police Science and Administration and retired from police work in July 2005 to start his own consulting, investigations and training company, headquartered in Eagle, ID, known as Financial SafeGuards, LLC

Robert 'Doc' Gardner, PhD, Lakeland Police Department  - Dr. Gardner is currently serving in the Investigative Services Division, Special Investigations Section of the Lakeland Police Department in Florida.  Dr. Gardner has been in law enforcement since 1986 and is currently in command of the Criminal Intelligence Unit, which includes basic intelligence functions, investigations of computer and digital media crimes, anti-terrorism, homeland security, gang interdiction and suppression, and surveillance/counter surveillance operations.  Dr. Gardner is a Certified Computer Forensics Examiner by the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS).  His prior investigative assignments as a detective have included criminal intelligence, narcotics, and vice operations.  Dr. Gardner is a former Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation where he was assigned as a criminal investigator. Dr. Gardner earned his PhD in criminology from Virginia Tech.  He has been teaching in this field for 22 years and has served on the criminal justice and criminology faculty at several universities and colleges.  In addition to his academic credentials, he is certified by the State of Florida Criminal Justice and Standards Training Commission as a police instructor, firearms instructor, defensive tactics instructor, and police/emergency vehicle driving instructor.  He has assisted with in-service training for his agency and has served as an instructor for the regional criminal justice academy.

Gregory King, Senior Instructor, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center - Gregory King is the program coordinator for the First Responder to Digital Evidence division of the Computer and Financial Investigations Sections at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC).  Prior to coming to FLETC in 2006, King was a detective with the Bureau of Homeland Security based in Cleveland as well as several other assignments.

f.  CEUs, CMEs, Certificates: There are No CEUs, CMEs Available for this program.

g.  Videotape Availability:  To request a free VHS copy of any of our recent telecourses, please follow instructions at this link.  Please allow 3 to 6 weeks for processing.  See: http://dlnets.com/mctft_videotapes.htm.

h.  Videotape release (if taping from broadcast):  This FREE program is unclassified and non-scrambled.  There are no copyright restrictions on this program, however it MAY NOT be videotaped and re-broadcast where fees are attached to its showing.  The tape in its entirety nor any parts of it may not be used for commercial purposes or for profit purposes without additional permission of the sponsors.  Cable Access stations may rebroadcast the tape on local networks without further permission. 

i.  Web Site Support and Materials:  None, although other information may available at: http://www.fletc.gov/ and or www.mctft.com. 

j.  Satellite Coordinates and Site Support Materials Packet:  Satellite coordinates are never publicly posted, you must register to receive them.  Satellite coordinates will be sent to all site coordinators and their supporting satellite technicians (if you listed an email address for them) about 5-7 days prior to the broadcast.  If available, site support materials will be available to all registered participants on line.  Details will be sent in the final satellite coordinates message.  If you need assistance in locating a satellite downlink location to view this program, please call Ed Kronholm, our satellite/registrations coordinator, toll free at 1-877-820-0305 or 480-820-0305 or email: dlnets@aol.com.   

k.  Registration:  All new sites MUST register for this FREE, public domain program to receive the necessary satellite coordinates (C/KU) or illumination authentication (GETN/Warrior dishes) and Site Materials Website.  Sites may register at: DOD-MIST Registration Site or by calling Ed Kronholm’s Office, the Satellite Registrations Coordinator, toll free at 877-820-0305 or 888-820-4898.

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