Essay Instructions: Request Whitelaw:
Linkages and The Emergency Response Plan
The Session Long Project for this Course is to examine linkages of five essential sectors to an effective Emergency Response Plan (ERP)?using the National Response Framework (NRF) as a guide. Certain linkages are strengthened by a Concept of Operations Plan to be used in the Emergency Response phase of a natural or manmade disaster (see Background Information for examples).
These Linkages (or partnerships) are:
Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs) and Volunteers Partnerships
The Military Partnerships: Humanitarian/Support Role
Local, State, and Federal Partnerships
Private Sector Partnerships
Local Fire/Law Enforcement Partnerships
For This Module you will do the Following:
Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs) and Volunteers Partnerships
*NRF Background:
The National Response Framework of 2008 provides the basis for creating an effective emergency management plan. Essentially, the NRF:
Identifies Response Doctrine
The NRF retains the same core principles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) in which first responders from different jurisdictions and disciplines can work together more closely to effectively respond to natural disasters and emergencies, including acts of terrorism.
Draws Focus on Preparedness
Effective preparedness is a critical precondition for successful response. The NRF encourages a higher level of readiness by drawing a sharper focus on the value of the following preparedness activities: planning, organizing, training, equipping, exercising, and applying lessons learned. Mastery of these key functions supports unity of effort, and thus our ability to save lives, protect property, and meet basic human needs.
Guides the Conduct of All-Hazards Response
Through engaged partnerships with elected and appointed officials, dedicated emergency management practitioners, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector, and by applying common NIMS principles and response doctrine, government at all levels can respond more effectively to incidents and better serve our communities and the nation.
*NRF Fact Sheet: http://www.fema.gov/pdf/emergency/nrf/NRFOnePageFactSheet.pdf
The NRF contains guidelines for NGO and volunteer involvement in the aftermath of a disaster. Your ERP should have language addressing their involvement locally.
Locate in the NRF guidelines NGO and volunteer management. Cite your sources: Title, Location, page number.
Locate the appropriate NRF Annex for the American Red Cross and choose two (2) functions and relate them to your ERP. In other words, How and what would be the functions of the Red Cross according to your Plan? Cite your sources, Location, Title, page number.
Which NGOs and/or volunteer organizations would you include in your Plan, and why? Be specific.
Session Long Project Assignment Expectations
Length: SLP Module assignment should be at least 2-3 pages.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles). Required readings are included. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section (preferably in APA format).
Quoted material should not exceed 10% of the total paper (since the focus of these assignments is critical thinking). Use your own words and build on the ideas of others. When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes.
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper.
Format: APA format is recommended (but not required) for this assignment. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standard guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
The following items will be assessed in particular:
Relevance (e.g. all content is connected to the question)
Precision (e.g. specific question is addressed. Statements, facts, and statistics are specific and accurate).
Depth of discussion (e.g. present and integrate points that lead to deeper issues)
Breadth (e.g. multiple perspectives and references, multiple issues/factors considered)
Evidence (e.g. points are well-supported with facts, statistics and references)
Logic (e.g. presented discussion makes sense, conclusions are logically supported by premises, statements, or factual information)
Clarity (e.g. writing is concise, understandable, and contains sufficient detail or examples)
