The Appalachian State University campus is currently operating under NORMAL conditions.
Emergency Operations Plan
EOP Organization
The Appalachian State University Emergency Operations Plan contains three fundamental elements that follow the format of the National Response Framework, and many other institutions within the University of North Carolina system. This plan is intended to be utilized a "tool box" where specific annexes may be applicable, based on the situation. The Base Plan is the fundamental guidance for all emergency incident and disaster operations. Annexes may then be used in addition to the Base Plan. The Plan is continually under revision, and therefore annexes will continuously be adapted to the current risk and vulnerability of the University.
- The Base Plan
- The Base Plan describes the structure and process through an all-hazards planning approach, based on an emergency incident or disaster of any magnitude or geographic size. The Base Plan provides general guidance for primary University resources and outlines the procedures for such major tasks as notification, organizational structure, and emergency operations center coordination.
- Emergency Functional Annexes
- The functional annexes are based on models developed in the National Response Framework and adapted for the specific functions necessary at Appalachian State University. These annexes provide direction for specific functions during preparedness, response, and recovery phases of an emergency incident or disaster. These annexes do not address specific incidents or disasters, but rather provide a general framework that may be adapted for emergency operations during any type of incident.
- Situational & Hazard Annexes
- Certain hazards or situations present a greater risk or vulnerability for the University and should have specific plans for such incidents. Examples of these incidents include an active shooter or major fire. Situational annexes expand on the framework of the Base Plan, and provide additional guidance for responding to specific situations.
- Appendices
- Checklists, maps, resource lists, or other documents not critical to the Emergency Operations Plan may be attached as appendices.
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