Emergency Preparedness and Planning

Emergency preparedness and planning involve creating systems and procedures to ensure safety before, during, and after an emergency.

Key Steps

  1. Prevention – Actions taken to avoid an emergency.
  2. Mitigation – Reducing the impact of potential disasters.
  3. Preparedness – Developing response plans and training personnel.
  4. Response – Executing the emergency plan during an incident.
  5. Recovery – Restoring normal operations after an emergency.

Important Considerations

  • Risk Assessment – Identifying potential hazards.
  • Communication – Establishing reliable emergency communication channels.
  • Evacuation Procedures – Clearly defined exit routes.
  • Shelter Plans – Identifying safe locations for shelter-in-place scenarios.
  • Roles & Responsibilities – Assigning tasks to emergency response teams.
  • Training & Drills – Ensuring personnel are prepared for emergencies.
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