In 2012, the State of Alaska enacted HB 366, amending AS 26.23.40 to authorize creation of a mutual aid system for disaster response. The Alaska Intrastate Mutual Aid System (AIMAS) was developed to implement this legislation. The legislation specified that the mutual aid system can be activated for:

• Response, mitigation, or recovery activities related to a local declared disaster emergency
• Response to a disaster emergency declared by the Governor
• Training related to disaster preparedness and response
• Other drills or exercises conducted in preparation for a disaster.

State of Alaska Credentialing System

The purpose of the State of Alaska All-Hazards Qualification System is to support the effective deployment of disaster emergency responders within the state by establishing standards for the training, experience, and physical fitness for a Type 3 Incident response. Alaska’s credentialing program provides for documentation of emergency responder qualifications with the use of position specific Position Task Books based upon the Federal Emergency Management Agency National Qualification System. Established qualifications allow jurisdictions and agencies to plan for, request, and have confidence in resources deployed to assist them during emergencies from across jurisdictional boundaries. Credentialing allows resources to match requests for effective incident management.

1. All Hazards Qualification Guide, April 2021 (PDF)
2. FEMA National Qualification System
3. OneResponder Fact Sheet and Information:
   
   • Personnel Qualifications Management
   • NIMS can help OneResponder (PDF)

For additional information on local training available to you or your jurisdiction, or to register for access to OneResponder please contact:

AIMAS Coordinator