In my opinion (slanted, I was in the biz until a while ago), the ‘best’ practice is to work within your local government (fire department, EMS, OES and school board) to gather/provide support. That reduces redundancy and puts everyone on the same page.
In short, call your local (full time) fire agency, they can likely help. The rest is budget and politics (can’t be avoided, they’re intertwined). It helps if you can get some (influential) people (parents) to help; perhaps as fundraisers (or stink disturbers).
The threat challenges should range from natural disaster to personal (lock down, weapon fire within the area). The supplies must be maintained periodically which means someone has to take charge (do the leg work, each year). It can be a logistical challenge (nightmare).
If It’s possible, tie emergency preparedness planning into the job description of the heads of the board or principal (it can be delegated, but make them in charge of their domain).
It’s a long task that shows little payback, until it’s needed. Keep at it. The benefits outweigh the challenge.
Rick
From: KCNorbut
I am seeking school emergency preparedness and response information, stories, resources....."best practices."
What are the key elements of having prepared and resilient school districts and communities?
What are the key elements of preparing for students and staff with functional and access needs?
Thank you in advance, Kathleen
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