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Explore emergency preparedness resources by Christopher Smith, including comprehensive guides and webinars on managing readiness and exercises in correctional facilities.

Content Written by this Author

  • Emergency Management in Practice: Exercises and Readiness Across the Correctional Workforce Webinar
    Accession Number
    033705

    Exercises play a critical role in emergency preparedness and response by giving the whole emergency management community an opportunity to shape plans, validate capabilities, and identify areas for improvement. Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) offers a consistent framework for managing exercises, from design and development to execution through evaluation and improvement planning.

  • A Guide to Preparing for and Responding to Emergencies in Correctional Facilities
    Accession Number
    033700

    In recent years, emergency preparedness audits have become a routine part of maintaining the safety and security within correctional settings. This guide's revitalized content is poised to meet the current needs of administrators, staff, and incarcerated individuals alike. By aligning with contemporary practices and emerging threats, this edition seeks to provide comprehensive guidance that not only enhances the safety and security of correctional facilities but also supports the well-being of all individuals within their walls.