Emergency Preparation MattersYale Emergency Management is committed to ensure that the Yale Community is well prepared for an Emergency. This website is designed to inform you about emergency preparations matters, both on campus and at home. What do you do if?? How will I know?? How can I?? Be prepared and stay informed! On Campus preparation activities are on-going. We are fortunate that Yale has police and security departments that are equipped to offer assistance, as well as departments that address hazardous materials, fire safety, and other areas. We also have a medical school with leaders in virtually every field of medical science including emergency medicine and infectious diseases. Experts from across campus form our Emergency Operations Center and are prepared to manage an array of crisis situations. This group meets regularly to review procedures and participate in drills and exercises. The goal is to be fully prepared to face situations that we hope will never occur. "The only thing tougher than planning for a disaster is explaining why you didn't." |
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Preparedness Tip of the Week(posted on July 1, 2009) Items for you disaster kit Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
Blankets / Pillows, etc. Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs Special Items - for babies and the elderly Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes Flashlight / Batteries Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods Keys, Toys, Books and Games Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag
Tools - keep a set with you during the storm Vehicle fuel tanks Pet care items
EMA NewsContinuity of Operations (COOP) Nine University Departments are participating in the Continuity of Operations pilot training. The training walks each department through a web-based program designed to develop plans that re-establish operations within 30 days of a disaster that affects them. The participating departments include; Human Resources, Information Technology, Health Services, British Art Museum, Dining, Yale Animal Research Center, Art Gallery, Chemistry and School of Management. Continuity of Operations (COOP) is an effort within individual departments to ensure the continued performance of minimum essential functions during a wide range of potential emergencies continue to happen.
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