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Emergency Preparedness and Response. EPA Regions 9 & 10 and The Federal Network for Sustainability. Objectives. After this discussion, you should be able to: Describe requirements for emergency preparedness in an EMS Give examples of emergency preparedness programs. EMS Requirements.
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Emergency Preparedness and Response EPA Regions 9 & 10 and The Federal Network for Sustainability
Objectives After this discussion, you should be able to: • Describe requirements for emergency preparedness in an EMS • Give examples of emergency preparedness programs
EMS Requirements • Establish and maintain procedures to identify and respond to accidents and emergencies • Address potential environmental effects • Review and revise procedures as necessary after accidents • Conduct periodic tests of procedures
Federal Facility Emergency Preparedness Programs • Fire Department • Safety Office • EPCRA Program • Local Emergency Planning Committee • HAZMAT Response
Summary • An EMS must address emergency preparedness and response • Most federal facilities have mature programs in place • Potential environmental issues must be addressed