The purpose of the Emergency Preparedness Policy is:
- To determine which locations are vulnerable to hazards and in what ways;
- To identify which hazards may operations, and how;
- To determine which operational aspects should be modified to decrease vulnerability; and,
- To identify which hazards should be considered for emergency prevention and preparedness.
Procedure: In order to assess and prioritize tasks regarding this policy we will:
- Perform a basic assessment regarding potential natural threats;
- Develop a series of policies and procedures that shall cover:
- Response and recovery strategies to be implemented during and after emergencies;
- Responsibility for these strategies;
- The management structure required for an emergency; and,
- The resource and information management requirements.
- Develop and implement training program. Training program shall cover potential emergencies, delegation of authority and basic tasks to accomplish.
- Maintain a written record of the assessment for 6 years.
- Submit the risk assessment findings and the risk management plan to the appropriate parties within 30 days of concluding their assessment.
- Repeat basic assessment yearly and update/review policies based on findings at least once a year or more frequently if needed.
