Disasters, Crises, and Emergencies strike without warning. A fire sweeps through an office. An explosion rips through a laboratory. An earthquake shakes computers from high storage shelves. A sudden power outage shuts down critical equipment or networks, and leaves personnel in the dark. A flood submerges irreplaceable records or perishable materials. A gas leak creates an explosive atmosphere within a facility. A hazardous chemical spill shuts down facilities and roads. When an emergency occurs, appropriate response in the first minutes could mean the difference between human & business survival and disastrous loss.

Successful emergency management is about planning & readiness; it's about people helping people, rescuer safety, and doing the greatest good for the greatest number. It is a positive and realistic approach to emergency and disaster situations where individuals and organizations may be initially on their own and their actions can make a difference. Through training, all individuals can assist in evacuations, put out small fires, search for and rescue victims safely; and organize themselves and spontaneous volunteers to be effective. Individuals can provide basic medical aid by learning to treat the three killers by opening airways, controlling bleeding, and treating for shock.

If an emergency occurs, be calm and be patient. Follow the instructions of local emergency responders. Evacuate your facility or building, and go to a safe place at least 150 feet from affected buildings. Assist others in evacuating safely.

Readiness is not possible without commitment. Before disaster occurs, consider volunteering to participate on your buildingÕs Emergency Planning Committee. Report suspicious, dangerous or unsafe conditions so they can be corrected or repaired. Taking preparatory action provides assurance than you can exert a measure of control and order even in the face of devastating events, and that you and your organization can recover and return to business with minimal impact.

Don't be afraid... Be Ready... Be Prepared... Be Safe!

TEES Crisis Management Plan

TAMU Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management

Local, State & Federal Emergency Programs