Disaster Planning and Preparedness in Early Childhood School-Age Settings

Be prepared for the unexpected. Let's hope you never face a natural or manmade disaster at your early childhood or school-age setting, but if it should happen, have a plan and be prepared to carry it out. Nothing is more important than the safety of children. That's why this fully revised and updated Quick Guide is an important addition to your professional library. Use it to create a personalized plan for each of the disaster scenarios covered in the book:- evacuation - bomb threat - need to take shelter - lockdown - extended shelter - transportation emergencies - active shooter The guide also includes information on disaster recovery and how to get your program up and running again after an emergency event. This up-to-date information has been checked for accuracy according to national guidelines and recommendations by authorities on disaster planning and preparedness. Don't be caught off guard—use this book to help you be prepared for the unexpected.