4. HORIZONTAL ACTIVITIES
» Navigation, guidance, control and tracking
» Scenario development and decision support
» Simulators, trainers and artificial environments
» Testing and validation
» Rescue and relief services
Core competencies
The main aim of The Danish Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Services College is the
operational and tactical education of officers and sub-officers from the municipal fire and rescue
authorities, governmental emergency service, private companies and other authorities with the
responsibility for emergency planning in Denmark. All officers and sub-officers in Denmark train at the
College.
In co-operation with representatives from the Regions of Denmark, Local Government Denmark, Danish
Health Authority, Commissioner of the Police, DEMA Emergency Services College educates and authorises
students from the emergency medical services, fire and rescue services and the Police to act as Incident
Commanders in emergencies.
The college also delivers some special education at manual level, e.g. BA- and Flash Over-instructor
courses, RTA-courses, and the operational education of the fire fighters in the local area around the
college.
