Building a Culture of Preparedness Through Exercises
Just this week, FEMA reminded us all that “exercises are a key component in ‘building a culture of preparedness,’ empowering communities and individuals to become more resilient against the threats and hazards that Americans face.” It’s true. Post-incident critiques, [...]
Return on Investment: Preparedness Help May be Worth its Weight in Gold
Chances are you've considered contracting with an emergency/continuity planning consultant, or using some type of planning software to develop or improve your preparedness plans. The question is, “Is it really going to be worth it?” After all, consultants are [...]
BOLDplanning Joins the Colorado Emergency Management Association in “Putting the Pieces Together”
This week, February 20-22, 2019, BOLDplanning is taking part in the 2019 Colorado Emergency Management Conference in Loveland. The event, co-hosted by the Colorado Division of Homeland Security (DHSEM) and the Colorado Emergency Management Association (CEMA), is themed “Putting [...]
Active Shooter Events: Is Your Organization Truly Prepared?
Just last week, we were all remembering the one-year anniversary of the Parkland, Florida, school shooting. Then, three days later, it happened again. An active shooter situation, that is. Only this time in a manufacturing plant in Aurora, Illinois. [...]
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Issues Update to Emergency Preparedness Rule to Include Emerging Infectious Diseases
Does your healthcare facility’s emergency plan include emerging infectious disease? If not, it needs to. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has issued an update/revision to its Emergency Preparedness Rule. The 17 types of facilities that must comply [...]
Creating a Culture of Preparedness with the Preparedness Cycle FrameworkTM
Creating a “culture of preparedness” within communities (or organizations) is a smart and worthwhile goal. But achieving this means emergency management leaders must first create an internal culture that fosters best practices and is committed to strategic planning disciplines. To improve [...]