[Skywarn] Fwd: FW: Guide to NWS Norman Storm Spotter Training - 2013

[Lloyd Colston]

Here's some guidance from the Norman County Warning Area about the
Skywarn program here.

As always, contact your local Warning Coordination Meteorologist for
local information that applies to YOU.

Lloyd


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With recent changes to how we provide storm spotter training, I
thought it might be helpful to put together a quick guide explaining
how it works from our end, and to hopefully address some of the most
frequently asked questions. If I missed a question that you have, or
you need any more details or information, just let me know.



Feel free to share this with anyone who might have an interest in our
spotter training program.



ONLINE TRAINING MATERIALS

- It is recommended that spotters complete the two online modules
before attending a webinar or live class (but not required by NWS)

- The two modules are available at this link

- Training is also available on our YouTube channel

- Download a copy of the storm spotter field guide here



LIVE CLASSES

- Conducted on a regional basis. Our CWA is divided into 12 regions
with one class in each

- Use these links to get the latest schedule of classes in map and table form

- Material will vary slightly from the webinars, but still address the
same basic concepts

- Last around two hours



WEBINARS

- Dates and times for upcoming webinars are included in this schedule.

- Each webinar has a unique registration URL. Register for each
webinar using the link here

- Webinars are open to anyone, anywhere who wants to participate.

- Individuals who complete the webinar will receive a certificate of
participation via email.

- We can provide local EM's with a list of attendees from their area,
if requested



HOSTING A WEBINAR FOR A GROUP

- Anyone can host a webinar for a group in their local community

- Attendees gather and participate in the webinar just as they would a
live class

- We ask that the host use a sign-in sheet to gather names and
locations of attendees

- CLEET hours are available only if the host uses the approved roster
and certifies attendance

- We'll provide a blank certificate of participation to the host for
distribution to attendees

- If you're interested in hosting a webinar, please let me know



CLEET CREDIT

- Oklahoma law enforcement officers who complete a storm spotter
training class are eligible for two hours of CLEET credit.

- This credit is ONLY available by attending either a live class
conducted by the NWS, or by participating in a webinar hosted by an
emergency manager who can certify attendance.



LOCAL COMMUNITY-BASED TRAINING

- We can provide materials/assistance to a local EM or spotter group
leader who wants to supplement NWS training with their own local
training

- Contact me if you're interested





Rick Smith - Warning Coordination Meteorologist

National Weather Service - Norman Forecast Office
120 David L. Boren Blvd., Suite 2400
Norman, OK 73072


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