The Exercise Control Team
In the 17th episode of our Whiteboard Wednesday video series, Rob discusses the Exercise Control Team, which is the group responsible for creating, delivering and evaluating the exercise.
In an era marked by increasing crises, the need for robust emergency preparedness has never been more urgent. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a public health emergency, or an active shooter incident, preparation is critical. One method that has gained significant recognition for its effectiveness is the active shooter tabletop exercise. What is an Active…
In today’s rapidly changing world, hospitals and healthcare facilities face an ever-increasing range of challenges, from natural disasters to public health crises. To effectively respond to these emergencies, hospitals must have robust emergency management plans in place. One valuable tool in this arsenal is the Emergency Action Plan (EAP), which outlines the procedures and protocols…
In the digital age, hospitals are not only centers of healthcare but also hubs of vast data and technology-dependent operations. The threat of ransomware—malicious software that encrypts files and demands a ransom for their release—poses a significant risk to the continuity of critical healthcare services. As a hospital crisis manager, I’ve seen firsthand the devastation…
Forty percent of businesses do not reopen after a disaster and another 25 percent fail within one year according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Having a more resilient community requires preparedness and that means work! In this interview with Michael Morlan of Two Rivers Emergency Management, we discussed some of the major concerns…
A crisis management team can only truly be ready for a crisis when it has evaluated its preparedness through crisis simulation tabletop exercises. The Tabletop Exercise Tabletop Exercises bring together heads of lines of business and leaders of business processes to evaluate their state of readiness for crisis management, disaster recovery and business continuity. Realistic…
In any organization, crisis management is key to weathering unexpected storms. But what happens after the storm has passed? Is your organization prepared to quickly and effectively recover? Remediation planning is the critical next step in maintaining a strong crisis management plan. Here are 5 steps to ensure your organization is prepared for post-crisis recovery….
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