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WRHSAC K9 Training Week
July 27 - 31, 2026
WRHSAC K9 Training Week Strengthen your K9 team’s readiness before the next call. July 27 – 31, 2026 The Western Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (WRHSAC) is offering a comprehensive, multi-day K9 training program designed for law enforcement, search and rescue, and other public safety K9 teams. This training focuses on practical skills that improve […]
Call for Proposals FFY2026
FFY2026 State Homeland Security Grant Investment Plan Call for Requests The Western Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (WRHSAC) is now accepting project proposals for inclusion in the FFY2026 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Investment Plan. WRHSAC anticipates approximately $989,000 in funding to support homeland security initiatives across the four counties of Western Massachusetts (Berkshire, […]
Aerial Apparatus Training
West Springfield and Pittsfield
The Western Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (WRHSAC) is hosting two sessions of Aerial Apparatus Positioning Training in May: Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Palmer, MA Sunday, May 17, 2026 – Hadley, MA This specialized training is designed to enhance the tactical effectiveness and operational safety of fire departments utilizing aerial apparatus across Western Massachusetts. […]
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WRHSAC K9 Training Week
WRHSAC K9 Training Week Strengthen your K9 team’s readiness before the next call. July 27 – 31, 2026 The Western Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (WRHSAC) is offering a comprehensive, multi-day K9 training program designed for law enforcement, search and rescue, and other public safety K9 teams. This training focuses on practical skills that improve […]
Aerial Apparatus Training
The Western Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (WRHSAC) is hosting two sessions of Aerial Apparatus Positioning Training in May: Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Palmer, MA Sunday, May 17, 2026 – Hadley, MA This specialized training is designed to enhance the tactical effectiveness and operational safety of fire departments utilizing aerial apparatus across Western Massachusetts. […]
Crush, Impalement and Entrapment Training
Crush, Impalement, and Entrapment Response for First Responders First responders, prepare to enhance your skills in managing complex rescue scenarios. Join us for an intensive 8-hour training designed to equip you with the tools, techniques, and confidence to handle incidents involving crush injuries, impalements, and entrapments. Whether facing industrial accidents or terrorism-related incidents, this training […]
