Emergency Operations Plan
1.0 Purpose
The purpose of the Appalachian State University Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) is to provide the framework and guidance to protect the faculty, staff, students, and visitors of Appalachian State University. To protect the Appalachian community, the Plan will establish both general and specific responsibilities during major emergencies and disasters, or at other times when the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) may be activated. The Plan seeks to facilitate compliance with regulatory requirements of Federal, State, and Local agencies, as well as the University of North Carolina System.
The Plan is designed to be utilized as a "tool box," where each department or member of the University may apply a specific portion of the Plan to their operations during a major emergency or disaster. Additionally, the Plan addresses specific hazards and provides general guidelines for University operations if these situations arise. This plan will not, nor can it be expected to address every possible emergency situation, therefore it encourages generalized preparedness and empowers University stakeholders with the resources and knowledge they need to prepare.
This is not designed as a shelf plan, but rather a readable working document that is continuously revised through exercises and departmental evaluation. In addition to the Plan, educational and marketing materials supplement the information to better disseminate the purpose and intent of the Emergency Operations Plan throughout the Appalachian community. This base plan serves as the fundamental framework that provides authority, scope, and general direction for emergency operations. In addition to the base plan, functional and situational annexes may be utilized to provide additional direction and guidance for specific operations within an incident.
