Emergency Preparedness Resources

A Capabilities-Based Approach to Training Exercises

January 2021   |   1-page

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By focusing on a capability or set of capabilities, organizations will be better prepared to respond to a myriad of emergency situations, not just the exact scenarios they have specifically prepared for. Get this free one-page overview today and check out our blog post on this.

10 Steps to a thorough After Action Report & Improvement Plan

July 2020   |   3-pages

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An After Action Report (AAR) and Improvement Plan (IP) is a critical document to ensuring your organization capitalizes on lessons learned from a crisis. Developing an AAR/IP can be simple or complex, depending on the incident, the organization, and the person responsible for drafting. This free resource can help you navigate the process. 

5 Considerations for a Successful Training Exercise

January 2020   |   3-pages

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Training and exercising your emergency and incident management plans is critical for ensuring a positive outcome in an actual incident. Planning an emergency training exercise takes time and effort; there is a lot to take into account. This list provides some foundational
principles to consider when planning a training exercise.