THE ‘s Of DISASTER PLANNING

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OBJECTIVES Discuss Formatting an Emergency Plan Assembling a Planning Team Emergency Kits

Getting Started 4 phases of emergency management Types of disasters Mitigation Response Preparedness Recovery Types of disasters Natural Human Caused

The Planning Team Don’t “go it alone” Assemble a team of stakeholders Administration Teachers Parents Local Emergency Response/Planning Officials Community Partners BE CREATIVE

The Planning Team Establish the Authority to make and implement a plan Establish a Team Leader Create a Schedule w/Deadlines Assign Tasks to team members Establish a budget (even a small one) Have a clear Mission Statement Define the purpose, scope, and structure of the plan

The Emergency Plan ~ An Overview “Guidelines” All-hazard – address natural, technological, civil events Adaptable to meet the needs of your facility

Emergency Plan - Sections Introduction Basic plan Purpose General Facts Operations and control Responsibilities Continuity of leadership Administration and logistics Plan maintenance Appendices & attachments

“I Have a Plan” Does everyone know the plan ? Do they understand their role ? Is the information current ? Have you practiced the plan ?

Emergency Kits Classroom Kit Easy to carry Near the exit Current Info Clearly Marked Allergy Friendly Fresh Food & Batteries Gatekeeper Kit Easy to Carry Near the exit Clearly Marked Updated Plan Updated Contacts Charged Batteries

HOMEWORK Make a list of stakeholders Start Recruiting for your TEAM Make a Schedule (it’s flexible) Host your first “Emergency Plan Meeting” Snacks = Extra Credit (i.e. better attendance)

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