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Oil spill response exercise: Co-operation between authorities and volunteers 

Crisis Response Journal

Reita Waara describes how the inclusion of large numbers of volunteers in a large oil spill exercise in the Finnish city of Kemi is so important to future emergency responses of this type. By Reita Waara

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The Role of Public Safety Communication in Local Communities

everbridge

Using Technology to Accelerate Emergency Response and Improve Efficiency. Everbridge 911 Connect provides public safety alerting authorities and ECC dispatchers with life-saving incident-specific information about the caller that they are not receiving today (ex. to accelerate emergency response and improve its efficiency.

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Book Review: Disaster Management and Information Technology

Recovery Diva

Funding and Contributions: Includes insights into various sources and players promoting innovative IT solutions like the European-funded project FASTER, or the wisdom from authorities like Peter T. Gaynor (Acting Secretary DHS).

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Winter safety tips for employees in private and public sectors 

everbridge

This will help in coordinating emergency response efforts and providing timely updates. Implement an emergency notification system Implement an effective emergency notification system that can quickly disseminate critical information to a large number of people.

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How to Create a Data Breach Response Team

Pure Storage

Before a breach, it’s critical to already have an emergency response plan, including a team of key players and the tools they need to get you back online fast. . Creating an emergency response team (ERT) is a critical step I recommend organizations take before an event. Part 1: Your Emergency Data Breach Response Team.

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Implementing the “Air Domain” Into your Security Program: A Framework to Consider

Security Industry Association

He is also the author and provider of a series of online training courses. Once the security team has the data, it’s now time to start preparing the drone emergency response plan (DERP), an 11-step process that focuses on setting the right conditions for the staff (internal and external stakeholders) to plan and prepare for a drone event.

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Ensuring Operational Resilience Amidst Geopolitical Events

Fusion Risk Management

Crisis and Incident Response Geopolitical events often necessitate the activation of emergency response and crisis response plans. Collaboration with these entities ensures a coordinated and effective response, enhancing the organization’s ability to mitigate risks as well as protect its employees and operations.