2.2.1 VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS FOR SKYWARN MEMBERSHIP:
In addition to meeting all the requirements in Section 2.2, additional requirements have been established for all new Skywarn volunteers.
- Participation in 50% of group activations (Required for primary affiliation only)
- Attendance at 50% of group meetings/trainings
- Mandatory Meetings:
- Severe Storm Spotter Training/Test**/Exercise
- Spotter Locations Training*
- Radio Etiquette Training*
- Weather 101
- Severe Weather Symposium
- Volunteer Policies and Procedures Training
First year Skywarn members are paired with a veteran volunteer during activations. Failure to participate in at least 50% of Skywarn activations during a volunteer's first year or if DCEM staff determine that additional mentoring is needed a continuance of activations with a veteran Skywarn member will be maintained until successful completion of requirement is fulfilled.
Volunteers are also encouraged to participate in special events and/or additional trainings sponsored or offered by DCEM. It is the responsibility of each volunteer to notify Emergency Management staff if he/she is unable to attend a training, exercise or scheduled event.
CONTINUED VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS FOR SKYWARN MEMBERSHIP
In addition to meeting all the requirements in Section 2.2, additional requirements have been established for continued membership with Douglas County Skywarn.
- Participation in 50% of group activations (Required for primary affiliation only)
- Attendance at 50% of group meetings/trainings
- Mandatory Trainings:
- Severe Storm Spotting Training* / Test** / Exercise*
- Spotter Locations Training*
- Radio Etiquette Training
- Severe Weather Symposium
- Volunteer Policies and Procedures Training
Annually, all authorized volunteers must pass an annual background check. Every two years, all authorized volunteers must complete the Douglas County Harassment Free Workplace Training as provided by the Assistant County Administrator. This training will be scheduled through Douglas County Emergency Management.
DCEM encourages all Skywarn members to attend one Weather 101 course. Volunteers are also encouraged to participate in special events and/or additional trainings sponsored or offered by DCEM. It is the responsibility of each volunteer to notify Emergency Management staff if he/she is unable to attend a training, exercise or scheduled event.
Volunteers must successfully complete the minimum group requirements to remain a volunteer in good standing.
* Trainings that must be completed by all authorized Skywarn volunteers prior to being issued equipment and activated as a Skywarn volunteer.
** Volunteers must pass the weather spotter test, given by DCEM, with a score of 70% or better
