All Things Wildfire Podcast

Wildfire Mitigation and Prevention for Community Managers


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In this episode of All Things Wildfire, we explore Wildfire Mitigation and Prevention for Community Managers, a crucial topic for those overseeing managed communities. Join Rich Snyder (Retired Fire Captain, Sierra Madre Fire Department) as they discuss best practices for reducing wildfire risks, improving insurability, and implementing effective fire prevention strategies.

This course provides Community Managers with essential knowledge and strategies for wildfire mitigation and prevention in managed communities. Participants will learn best practices, insurance considerations, and practical methods to reduce wildfire risk and protect properties.

Course Modules:

  1. Introduction to Wildfire Risk
    • Overview of wildfire threats to managed communities
    • Importance of proactive mitigation strategies
  2. Best Practices for Wildfire Prevention
    • Community-wide strategies
    • Resident education and engagement
    • Creating and maintaining defensible spaces
  3. Insurance Considerations
    • Dealing with rate increases
    • Strategies to improve insurability
    • Working with insurance providers
  4. The Community Manager's Role
    • Coordinating mitigation efforts
    • Communication with residents and board members
    • Implementing and enforcing fire safety policies
  5. Wildfire Mitigation Techniques
    • Home hardening strategies
    • Vegetation management in individual properties and common areas
    • Long-term fire retardant applications
  6. Understanding Wildfire Damage
    • How most homes are damaged during wildfires
    • Preventing secondary damage (water systems, etc.)

Earn Your CE Credits

To earn CAMICB continuing education credits for this course:

  1. Listen for the 4-digit code announced throughout the podcast.
  2. Visit allthingswildfire.com/cecredits.
  3. Submit the code in the form to verify completion.

This episode is packed with actionable insights that will help community managers make informed decisions and protect the properties they oversee. Tune in now and take the next step in wildfire preparedness!

Closing Thoughts

This episode of All Things Wildfire serves as both a wake-up call and a guidepost for navigating wildfire disasters. Remember, preparation and

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