The risk profile of the Gauteng City Region (GCR) necessitates the implementation of a single, province-wide incident management system that is capable of ensuring the effective, coordinated response to large-scale and complex incidents by the GCR’s various response organizations.
TRansparency International : 2018 guide for whistleblowing legislationMarket iT
This document provides guidance on best practices for whistleblowing legislation. It discusses the importance of whistleblowers in exposing wrongdoing that threatens public interests. It notes that whistleblowers often face retaliation, so legislation needs to protect them from unfair treatment. The document then outlines recommendations and international principles for effective whistleblower protection laws.
OECD Recommendation on the Governance of Critical RisksOECD Governance
Developed through the OECD High Level Risk Forum (HLRF) of the Public Governance Committee, this recommendation is designed to assist governments, policy makers and senior officials charged with developing and maintaining societal and economic resilience for major shock events and the implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
The Recommendation builds on the unique set of knowledge and best practices collected through the OECD High Level Risk Forum, and complement existing OECD instruments that may be related to various aspects of risk management.
Application of Semantic Knowledge Management System in Selected Areas of Poli...Cognitum
Application of Semantic Knowledge Management System in Selected Areas of Polish Public Administration
Summary: This paper describes an application of semantic technologies and knowledge management systems in chosen areas of Polish public administration. Short analyses of crisis management and EU policy coordination processes are presented. An architecture of a knowledge management system with interfaces using controlled natural language is proposed. A lot of examples are shown that prove a usefulness of semantic knowledge management and automated reasoning in these fields.
Keywords: crisis management, EU policy coordination, knowledge management system, semantic
5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Management - AgendaOECD Governance
Numerous crises in recent years have revealed the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of modern societies. Since 2012, the OECD / Swiss Federal Chancellery workshops on strategic crisis management have explored the capacities for
adaptivity and inter-agency co-operation that governments need to help prepare for novel and unanticipated crises. The workshop series is an opportunity to share good practice in “trans boundary cooperation” between governments, within governments and with the private sector, to forecast crises and to improve situation awareness. The outcomes of these workshops contribute to the implementation of the OECD
Recommendation on the Governance of Critical Risks and specifically its 4th principle on crisis management. This year’s workshop will examine how countries develop crisis communication and sense-making capacities. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/risk/5th-workshop-strategic-crisis-management.htm
This document summarizes the outcomes of the Second India Disaster Management Congress thematic sessions on man-made disasters. It discusses the sessions on disaster response, the role of armed forces in disaster management, and industrial and chemical disasters. Key learning points include the need for a bottom-up approach to disaster response planning, strengthening existing response mechanisms through training and policy support, and integrating incident command systems within the disaster management framework. The document also emphasizes strengthening specialized disaster response forces like the National Disaster Response Force and improving coordination between response organizations.
Presentation by Nicolas Mueller at 5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Managemen...OECD Governance
Presentation by Nicolas Mueller,Swiss Federal Chancellery, at 5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Management - OECD. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/risk/5th-workshop-strategic-crisis-management.htm
Presentation by Kelvin Berryman at 5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Managemen...OECD Governance
The document summarizes GNS Science's experience communicating science during the Canterbury Earthquake Sequence crisis in New Zealand from 2010 to present. It describes the sequence of damaging earthquakes, their impacts, and GNS Science's science communication activities. It discusses what worked well in the communication efforts, including cross-organization engagement and rapid sharing of high quality information. It also examines difficulties like being underprepared for the scale of the event and technical advice not being strongly integrated into the official response process. The document outlines plans to improve future crisis communication, such as developing engagement protocols and exercises in advance.
Corruption and economic crime news letter issue 2 may 2012Dr Lendy Spires
1) Indonesia loses 1.6-2.8 million hectares of forest annually to illegal logging fueled by corruption. UNODC works with partners there to study the issue and raise awareness of the links between corruption and environmental destruction.
2) In April, UNODC published a report on the impact of corruption on the environment, highlighting how corruption seriously threatens the environment.
3) In March, StAR rolled out a new training tool in Tunisia to benefit practitioners working to boost anti-corruption and asset recovery efforts. The tool uses a real case study to train participants.
TRansparency International : 2018 guide for whistleblowing legislationMarket iT
This document provides guidance on best practices for whistleblowing legislation. It discusses the importance of whistleblowers in exposing wrongdoing that threatens public interests. It notes that whistleblowers often face retaliation, so legislation needs to protect them from unfair treatment. The document then outlines recommendations and international principles for effective whistleblower protection laws.
OECD Recommendation on the Governance of Critical RisksOECD Governance
Developed through the OECD High Level Risk Forum (HLRF) of the Public Governance Committee, this recommendation is designed to assist governments, policy makers and senior officials charged with developing and maintaining societal and economic resilience for major shock events and the implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
The Recommendation builds on the unique set of knowledge and best practices collected through the OECD High Level Risk Forum, and complement existing OECD instruments that may be related to various aspects of risk management.
Application of Semantic Knowledge Management System in Selected Areas of Poli...Cognitum
Application of Semantic Knowledge Management System in Selected Areas of Polish Public Administration
Summary: This paper describes an application of semantic technologies and knowledge management systems in chosen areas of Polish public administration. Short analyses of crisis management and EU policy coordination processes are presented. An architecture of a knowledge management system with interfaces using controlled natural language is proposed. A lot of examples are shown that prove a usefulness of semantic knowledge management and automated reasoning in these fields.
Keywords: crisis management, EU policy coordination, knowledge management system, semantic
5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Management - AgendaOECD Governance
Numerous crises in recent years have revealed the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of modern societies. Since 2012, the OECD / Swiss Federal Chancellery workshops on strategic crisis management have explored the capacities for
adaptivity and inter-agency co-operation that governments need to help prepare for novel and unanticipated crises. The workshop series is an opportunity to share good practice in “trans boundary cooperation” between governments, within governments and with the private sector, to forecast crises and to improve situation awareness. The outcomes of these workshops contribute to the implementation of the OECD
Recommendation on the Governance of Critical Risks and specifically its 4th principle on crisis management. This year’s workshop will examine how countries develop crisis communication and sense-making capacities. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/risk/5th-workshop-strategic-crisis-management.htm
This document summarizes the outcomes of the Second India Disaster Management Congress thematic sessions on man-made disasters. It discusses the sessions on disaster response, the role of armed forces in disaster management, and industrial and chemical disasters. Key learning points include the need for a bottom-up approach to disaster response planning, strengthening existing response mechanisms through training and policy support, and integrating incident command systems within the disaster management framework. The document also emphasizes strengthening specialized disaster response forces like the National Disaster Response Force and improving coordination between response organizations.
Presentation by Nicolas Mueller at 5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Managemen...OECD Governance
Presentation by Nicolas Mueller,Swiss Federal Chancellery, at 5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Management - OECD. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/risk/5th-workshop-strategic-crisis-management.htm
Presentation by Kelvin Berryman at 5th Workshop on Strategic Crisis Managemen...OECD Governance
The document summarizes GNS Science's experience communicating science during the Canterbury Earthquake Sequence crisis in New Zealand from 2010 to present. It describes the sequence of damaging earthquakes, their impacts, and GNS Science's science communication activities. It discusses what worked well in the communication efforts, including cross-organization engagement and rapid sharing of high quality information. It also examines difficulties like being underprepared for the scale of the event and technical advice not being strongly integrated into the official response process. The document outlines plans to improve future crisis communication, such as developing engagement protocols and exercises in advance.
Corruption and economic crime news letter issue 2 may 2012Dr Lendy Spires
1) Indonesia loses 1.6-2.8 million hectares of forest annually to illegal logging fueled by corruption. UNODC works with partners there to study the issue and raise awareness of the links between corruption and environmental destruction.
2) In April, UNODC published a report on the impact of corruption on the environment, highlighting how corruption seriously threatens the environment.
3) In March, StAR rolled out a new training tool in Tunisia to benefit practitioners working to boost anti-corruption and asset recovery efforts. The tool uses a real case study to train participants.
The document describes several perfume advertisements. It analyzes the visual elements and text used to convey information about the target audience and scent of the fragrances. Several ads target women and have bright, floral designs meant to communicate a sweet, summery smell. One targets men with simple black and white packaging suggesting a strong scent. Another evokes the 1960s with retro imagery and themes of romance to appeal to all ages.
The document discusses the development and adoption of new technologies over time. It describes three phases: an initial exploring phase when a technology is new and not necessarily better, an expansion phase when it becomes more widespread and accepted, and a peak phase when it is commonly used and fundamentally changes society. It emphasizes the importance of understanding when to adapt new technologies and when existing technologies are becoming obsolete.
Официальные встречи с разработчиками биоаналоговPHARMADVISOR
[Formal Meetings Between the FDA and Biosimilar Biological Product Sponsors or Applicants]
Официальные встречи между FDA и спонсорами/заявителями биоаналогичных биологических препаратов
The document describes an industrial corridor running through Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan in India along National Highway 8. It contains 25 companies located within the corridor, many of which manufacture automotive parts and components. The document also advertises 250 plots of land for sale in Neemrana ranging from 100 to 200 square yards priced at 6500 rupees per square yard.
Federal law requires school districts to identify English language learners (ELLs) using a home language survey and objective assessment of English proficiency. States have some flexibility in their identification processes. This document outlines New York's process, which involves a home language survey, interview with an ESL teacher, and the NYSITELL exam assessing listening, reading, writing and speaking abilities to determine if a student qualifies for ELL services. The school district discussed uses the same three steps, with the NYSITELL exam scores determining the student's proficiency level and placement. Discussion questions consider modifications to improve the identification and family involvement.
Treport Mayis 2016 Otomobil ve Hafif Ticari Arac DegerlendirmesiTasit.com
2016 Mayıs ayında otomotiv sektöründeki gelişmeler
Otomobil ve hafif ticari araç satışlarının Mayıs ayı içindeki değişimlerinin 2015 yılının aynı ayıyla kıyaslanıp pazardaki küçülme ve büyümenin analizi.
2016 Mayıs ayının sıfırda ve 2.elde en çok aranan / satılan, otomobil / hafif ticari araç marka ve modellerinde Top 10 listesi.
Araştırma: Otomobil alırken en büyük pişmanlığınız hangisi oldu?
The document provides an overview of economic and government policies in Italy, including a GDP growth rate of 1.0% in 2016, high debt levels over 130% of GDP, and reforms aimed at addressing weaknesses in the banking sector and reducing the high level of non-performing loans held by Italian banks that are burdening economic growth. Key economic sectors include services, manufacturing, and agriculture, while challenges include high unemployment, slow growth, and the need for ongoing structural reforms to improve competitiveness and the business environment.
Пример отчета по итогам маркетингового исследования с целью составить портрет целевой аудитории аэропорт, в том числе в разрезе терминалов, а также сегментировать целевую аудиторию, оценить финансовую емкость сегментов
Customer Loyalty Satisfaction
Как узнать, что важно для клиента в реальности?
В исследовательском мире есть уникальный индекс CLS – Customer Loyalty Satisfaction, который позволяет сегментировать клиентов на группы, позволяющие определить стабильность клиентской базы и разделить их на четыре целевых категории.
Для определения категории, к которой относится каждый из клиентов, используются вопросы, измеряющие удовлетворенность и приверженность к компании.
Такая сегментация клиентов позволяет добраться до реальной чистой истины, что важно для клиента. Также дает возможность конкретизировать, что заявляет клиент важным для него, и что важно для него в реальности.
Мы отделяем декларируемую важность от фактической и определяем, что наиболее важно для удержания клиента, какие ключевые факторы влияют на его отношение к компании, что относится к эмоциональной сфере, что действительно его цепляет.
Исходя из данных такого анализа, можно выделить, каковы достижения в компании и конкурентные преимущества, а над чем стоит поработать.
Так, можно полностью раскрыть потенциал компании, что позволяет выставлять цели поэтапно.
Сначала следует понять важность факторов обслуживания для клиента, а именно: что клиент воспринимает как преимущества компании; факторы, влияющие на выбор клиента, но не осознаваемые клиентом как важные; что клиент ожидает по умолчанию; факторы наименее важные для клиента и не влияющие на его выбор.
Это дает возможность правильно выбрать инструментарий и расставить акценты.
NASCIO Cyber Disruption Response and RecoveryDavid Sweigert
Here are some key executive sponsors that would be critical to the success of a cyber disruption response plan:
- Governor - As the chief executive of the state, the Governor provides overall leadership and accountability for ensuring the state is prepared to respond to cyber disruptions. The Governor's support is crucial for securing necessary resources and authority.
- State Chief Information Officer (CIO) - The CIO leads the state's IT operations and security programs. They are well positioned to coordinate cybersecurity efforts across agencies and work closely with emergency management on response planning.
- State Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - The CISO oversees the state's cybersecurity posture and risk management. They can help drive development of the response plan and
5 9L O C A L G O V E R N M E N TIntegrating Emergency.docxalinainglis
5 9
L O C A L G O V E R N M E N T
Integrating Emergency and Disaster Planning
A critical point that is often over-
looked in emergency management
is that an emergency does not
begin or end with the incident
itself. How a community responds
and recovers from a disaster
depends on proper planning,
preparation, and integration of all
facets of government and of emer-
gency response into our emergency
operations plans (EOPs).
When we think of how a city might
respond to an emergency, we often
focus on firefighters, medics, and
police. They are all an important
part of emergency response, but
they are only a part. Just as criti-
cal are public works, community
services, finance, and administra-
tion. An integrated plan must
include all aspects of government
and how those aspects interrelate.
As we saw with Hurricane Katrina,
the disaster itself is only a small
part of an emergency. The logistics
of how you evacuate citizens, how
you support their needs, and how
you keep track of those citizens
and their needs are critical. How
services are restored, temporary
shelter is supplied, and everything
is funded must be planned for. An
integrated plan must also include
citizen preparedness, continuity of
government (COG), and continuity
of operations (COOP). It should be
coordinated with other local plans
as well as with regional and state
plans. It should encompass part-
nering with nongovernmental
agencies (NGOs) and preposi-
tioned contracts. It must consider
planning for citizens and animals.
It must embrace public facilities,
critical records, and possible relo-
cation. It is also critical that in
developing this plan, elected offi-
cials have a clear understanding of
how all the parts fit together.
Elected officials, especially those
from small communities (where
they are often employed part–
time), have myriad issues to face
every day. But one fact remains:
during a disaster, who are the citi-
zens going to look to for answers?
It is the duty of elected officials to
have a clear understanding of how
the community will respond. It is
also critical to understand the
process that emergency operations
plans present in order to work
smoothly with the EOP and not
create additional problems.
During a disaster, we elected offi-
cials still have a critical role to
play, but we are not necessarily
going to be the ones in charge.
Emergency management is not an
area where we can afford to let
egos get in the way.
A valuable resource we all have in
our communities is citizens who
want to help. However, if untrained,
these well-meaning citizens can
compound problems and make an
emergency even more critical and
dangerous. Rather than take a pass
on using these volunteers, offering
citizen-based training should be a
focus in the preparation portion of a
plan. Community Emergency Re-
sponse Training (CERT), Map your
Neighborhood (MYN), neighborhood
emergency teams, and many othe.
Week 5 – Critical Infrastructure (Local Level)In last week’s les.docxcockekeshia
Week 5 – Critical Infrastructure (Local Level)
In last week’s lesson, we spoke of the nation’s critical infrastructure, concentrating on the various roles and responsibilities of those located at the national level related to these assets. This week, we will direct attention towards the various government entities located at the local level. Rather than repeating any of last week’s lesson here, you are encouraged to review that it as necessary for reference.
When viewing the nation’s critical infrastructure, it is common and understandable for many to view it from solely a national-level perspective. However, much of that infrastructure resides at the state, local, and regional levels, and the risk factors encountered in these geographic regions aid in determining overall national level risk. Therefore, government at these levels cannot be discounted. This is highlighted within NIPP 2013: Partnering for Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience, where it emphasizes the fact that local governments are instrumental within the overall critical infrastructure partnership. Concerning their specific roles, this document states “they drive emergency preparedness, as well as local participation in critical infrastructure security and resilience across a variety of jurisdictional partners, including government agencies, owners and operators, and private citizens in the communities that they serve” (DHS, 2013, p. 47).
In this lesson, a brief introduction will be offered regarding each of the 16 critical infrastructure sectors, the risks that each has identified and serve as areas of concern, as well as the role local level of government might play regarding these risks. Obviously, not all of these sectors will be equally relevant to every local jurisdiction, if considered at all. Simply put, they will vary from one local jurisdiction to another, and the manner in which the risks, threats, and consequences related to each are identified, assessed, and dealt with will vary as well.
Chemical Sector
The chemical sector of our economy converts raw materials into tens of thousands of products that are utilized in all facets of our society. Countless facilities located throughout the U.S. not only utilize these products, but also “manufacture, store, transport, or deliver chemicals along a complex, global supply chain” (DHS, 2015a, p. 2). Although the vast majority of these assets are privately owned, those considered to be of greatest risk are regulated in accordance with various standards, those that include, but not limited to, the DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Currently, the risks considered to be the most significant include insider threats, cyber threats, natural disasters and extreme weather, deliberate attacks and terrorism, as well as biohazards and pandemics. As part of the Chemical Sector Partnership Structure, state, local, tribal, & territorial forms of government and their representatives are part of what is known.
National Response Framework And National Incident...Deb Birch
The National Incident Management System (NIMS) and National Response Framework (NRF) were created to standardize incident response across agencies and jurisdictions. NIMS established a standardized incident command system (ICS) to coordinate response. The September 11th attacks revealed issues with interoperable communications between first responders. This lack of coordination highlighted the need for NIMS/NRF to facilitate multi-agency response and management of large-scale incidents.
The document summarizes the findings of a study conducted by UNISDR and PwC on disaster risk management in the private sector. It finds that the economic costs of natural disasters are steadily increasing, with total annual damage estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Major disasters in recent decades have disrupted global supply chains and business operations. In response, many large companies have developed their own risk management programs but opportunities remain for greater public-private collaboration. The UNISDR-PwC initiative aims to create a global platform for the private and public sectors to work together on building resilience. The study gathered insights from leading companies on challenges and best practices in managing disaster risks.
European scientific and security research project, led by e-Geos (Italy) on crisis management and on the development of a secure common information space.
FACTORS AFFECTING THE DEVOLUTION DISASTER MANAGEMENT IN KENYAAmb Steve Mbugua
- The document discusses factors affecting the devolution of disaster management in Kenya to county governments following the 2010 Constitution.
- Key challenges include lack of capacity and funding at the county level, resistance to change, and the need for a unified disaster management policy and shift to risk reduction over response.
- Progress has been made in establishing county disaster committees, dedicating budgets, developing early warning systems, and mainstreaming disaster risk reduction training. Further efforts are recommended to improve preparedness, build capacity, and increase community awareness.
FACTORS AFFECTING THE DEVOLUTION DISASTER MANAGEMENT IN KENYAAmb Steve Mbugua
This document discusses factors affecting the devolution of disaster management in Kenya. It outlines several challenges to effective devolution including lack of capacity at the county level, difficulties managing change, and resistance to transition. Specific challenges are inadequate funding, lack of a unified disaster policy, and prioritizing response over risk reduction. Progress has been made by establishing county disaster committees and devolving early warning services. However, fully implementing devolution of disaster management requires overcoming strategic, operational, and institutional hurdles.
This document outlines the procedures for developing urban resilience strategies for 5 cities in Kenya. It involves a 4-phase process: 1) preparatory activities like stakeholder sensitization and training; 2) data collection using checklists, questionnaires, and participatory planning; 3) data analysis and prioritization workshops to identify priority issues; 4) developing and finalizing the strategies by integrating stakeholder feedback. The goal is to assess cities' resilience status, prioritize issues, and provide evidence-based plans to improve resilience over short, medium and long terms.
The document summarizes the key aspects of emergency and disaster management in the Philippines according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan (NDRRMP) 2011–2028. It discusses the NDRRMP's objectives to strengthen disaster prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. The plan is implemented by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and coordinates efforts at national and local levels. It also identifies priority projects, resources, and partners to achieve its goals of building disaster-resilient communities nationwide.
The document describes several perfume advertisements. It analyzes the visual elements and text used to convey information about the target audience and scent of the fragrances. Several ads target women and have bright, floral designs meant to communicate a sweet, summery smell. One targets men with simple black and white packaging suggesting a strong scent. Another evokes the 1960s with retro imagery and themes of romance to appeal to all ages.
The document discusses the development and adoption of new technologies over time. It describes three phases: an initial exploring phase when a technology is new and not necessarily better, an expansion phase when it becomes more widespread and accepted, and a peak phase when it is commonly used and fundamentally changes society. It emphasizes the importance of understanding when to adapt new technologies and when existing technologies are becoming obsolete.
Официальные встречи с разработчиками биоаналоговPHARMADVISOR
[Formal Meetings Between the FDA and Biosimilar Biological Product Sponsors or Applicants]
Официальные встречи между FDA и спонсорами/заявителями биоаналогичных биологических препаратов
The document describes an industrial corridor running through Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan in India along National Highway 8. It contains 25 companies located within the corridor, many of which manufacture automotive parts and components. The document also advertises 250 plots of land for sale in Neemrana ranging from 100 to 200 square yards priced at 6500 rupees per square yard.
Federal law requires school districts to identify English language learners (ELLs) using a home language survey and objective assessment of English proficiency. States have some flexibility in their identification processes. This document outlines New York's process, which involves a home language survey, interview with an ESL teacher, and the NYSITELL exam assessing listening, reading, writing and speaking abilities to determine if a student qualifies for ELL services. The school district discussed uses the same three steps, with the NYSITELL exam scores determining the student's proficiency level and placement. Discussion questions consider modifications to improve the identification and family involvement.
Treport Mayis 2016 Otomobil ve Hafif Ticari Arac DegerlendirmesiTasit.com
2016 Mayıs ayında otomotiv sektöründeki gelişmeler
Otomobil ve hafif ticari araç satışlarının Mayıs ayı içindeki değişimlerinin 2015 yılının aynı ayıyla kıyaslanıp pazardaki küçülme ve büyümenin analizi.
2016 Mayıs ayının sıfırda ve 2.elde en çok aranan / satılan, otomobil / hafif ticari araç marka ve modellerinde Top 10 listesi.
Araştırma: Otomobil alırken en büyük pişmanlığınız hangisi oldu?
The document provides an overview of economic and government policies in Italy, including a GDP growth rate of 1.0% in 2016, high debt levels over 130% of GDP, and reforms aimed at addressing weaknesses in the banking sector and reducing the high level of non-performing loans held by Italian banks that are burdening economic growth. Key economic sectors include services, manufacturing, and agriculture, while challenges include high unemployment, slow growth, and the need for ongoing structural reforms to improve competitiveness and the business environment.
Пример отчета по итогам маркетингового исследования с целью составить портрет целевой аудитории аэропорт, в том числе в разрезе терминалов, а также сегментировать целевую аудиторию, оценить финансовую емкость сегментов
Customer Loyalty Satisfaction
Как узнать, что важно для клиента в реальности?
В исследовательском мире есть уникальный индекс CLS – Customer Loyalty Satisfaction, который позволяет сегментировать клиентов на группы, позволяющие определить стабильность клиентской базы и разделить их на четыре целевых категории.
Для определения категории, к которой относится каждый из клиентов, используются вопросы, измеряющие удовлетворенность и приверженность к компании.
Такая сегментация клиентов позволяет добраться до реальной чистой истины, что важно для клиента. Также дает возможность конкретизировать, что заявляет клиент важным для него, и что важно для него в реальности.
Мы отделяем декларируемую важность от фактической и определяем, что наиболее важно для удержания клиента, какие ключевые факторы влияют на его отношение к компании, что относится к эмоциональной сфере, что действительно его цепляет.
Исходя из данных такого анализа, можно выделить, каковы достижения в компании и конкурентные преимущества, а над чем стоит поработать.
Так, можно полностью раскрыть потенциал компании, что позволяет выставлять цели поэтапно.
Сначала следует понять важность факторов обслуживания для клиента, а именно: что клиент воспринимает как преимущества компании; факторы, влияющие на выбор клиента, но не осознаваемые клиентом как важные; что клиент ожидает по умолчанию; факторы наименее важные для клиента и не влияющие на его выбор.
Это дает возможность правильно выбрать инструментарий и расставить акценты.
NASCIO Cyber Disruption Response and RecoveryDavid Sweigert
Here are some key executive sponsors that would be critical to the success of a cyber disruption response plan:
- Governor - As the chief executive of the state, the Governor provides overall leadership and accountability for ensuring the state is prepared to respond to cyber disruptions. The Governor's support is crucial for securing necessary resources and authority.
- State Chief Information Officer (CIO) - The CIO leads the state's IT operations and security programs. They are well positioned to coordinate cybersecurity efforts across agencies and work closely with emergency management on response planning.
- State Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - The CISO oversees the state's cybersecurity posture and risk management. They can help drive development of the response plan and
5 9L O C A L G O V E R N M E N TIntegrating Emergency.docxalinainglis
5 9
L O C A L G O V E R N M E N T
Integrating Emergency and Disaster Planning
A critical point that is often over-
looked in emergency management
is that an emergency does not
begin or end with the incident
itself. How a community responds
and recovers from a disaster
depends on proper planning,
preparation, and integration of all
facets of government and of emer-
gency response into our emergency
operations plans (EOPs).
When we think of how a city might
respond to an emergency, we often
focus on firefighters, medics, and
police. They are all an important
part of emergency response, but
they are only a part. Just as criti-
cal are public works, community
services, finance, and administra-
tion. An integrated plan must
include all aspects of government
and how those aspects interrelate.
As we saw with Hurricane Katrina,
the disaster itself is only a small
part of an emergency. The logistics
of how you evacuate citizens, how
you support their needs, and how
you keep track of those citizens
and their needs are critical. How
services are restored, temporary
shelter is supplied, and everything
is funded must be planned for. An
integrated plan must also include
citizen preparedness, continuity of
government (COG), and continuity
of operations (COOP). It should be
coordinated with other local plans
as well as with regional and state
plans. It should encompass part-
nering with nongovernmental
agencies (NGOs) and preposi-
tioned contracts. It must consider
planning for citizens and animals.
It must embrace public facilities,
critical records, and possible relo-
cation. It is also critical that in
developing this plan, elected offi-
cials have a clear understanding of
how all the parts fit together.
Elected officials, especially those
from small communities (where
they are often employed part–
time), have myriad issues to face
every day. But one fact remains:
during a disaster, who are the citi-
zens going to look to for answers?
It is the duty of elected officials to
have a clear understanding of how
the community will respond. It is
also critical to understand the
process that emergency operations
plans present in order to work
smoothly with the EOP and not
create additional problems.
During a disaster, we elected offi-
cials still have a critical role to
play, but we are not necessarily
going to be the ones in charge.
Emergency management is not an
area where we can afford to let
egos get in the way.
A valuable resource we all have in
our communities is citizens who
want to help. However, if untrained,
these well-meaning citizens can
compound problems and make an
emergency even more critical and
dangerous. Rather than take a pass
on using these volunteers, offering
citizen-based training should be a
focus in the preparation portion of a
plan. Community Emergency Re-
sponse Training (CERT), Map your
Neighborhood (MYN), neighborhood
emergency teams, and many othe.
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Week 5 – Critical Infrastructure (Local Level)
In last week’s lesson, we spoke of the nation’s critical infrastructure, concentrating on the various roles and responsibilities of those located at the national level related to these assets. This week, we will direct attention towards the various government entities located at the local level. Rather than repeating any of last week’s lesson here, you are encouraged to review that it as necessary for reference.
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Chemical Sector
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The National Response Framework (NRF) provides foundational emergency management doctrine for
how the Nation responds to all types of incidents. The NRF is built on scalable, flexible, and adaptable
concepts identified in the National Incident Management System (NIMS) to align key roles and
responsibilities across the Nation. The structures, roles, and responsibilities described in this
Framework can be partially or fully implemented in the context of a threat or hazard, in anticipation of
a significant event, or in response to an incident. Implementation of the structures and procedures
described herein allows for a scaled response, delivery of specific resources and capabilities, and a
level of coordination appropriate to each incident.
Responding to disasters and emergencies requires the cooperation of a variety of organizations; the
larger or more complex the incident, the greater the number and variety of organizations that must
respond. Think of a residential fire: Firefighters are leading the charge; public works may be on scene
providing traffic control; police are providing security; emergency medical services personnel are
triaging, transporting, and redistributing injured to local hospitals; and a local nonprofit or voluntary
organization (e.g., American Red Cross and Salvation Army) may be on hand to assist displaced
residents. For large disasters, such as major hurricanes or earthquakes, the incident complexity is
increased as others—such as states or tribes and, ultimately, the Federal Government—become
involved. Businesses, voluntary organizations, and other elements of the private sector are also key
stakeholders, providing the essential services that must be restored following an incident. The NRF
provides the foundation for how these organizations coordinate, integrate, and unify their response.
The unprecedented scale of recent disasters has spurred continued innovation in response operations
and highlighted the need for further progress to build resilient capabilities to respond to disasters of
increasing frequency and magnitude. This fourth edition of the NRF embraces lessons-learned from
those disasters and shares emerging best practices.
Since publication of the third edition of the NRF in 2016, disaster response operations have
underscored the paramount importance of sustaining essential community lifelines. The Framework
defines community lifelines as those services that enable the continuous operation of critical
government and business functions and are essential to human health and safety or economic security.
If disrupted, rapid stabilization of community lifelines is essential to restoring a sense of normalcy.
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Gauteng Provincial Incident Management Summit
1. i
Provincial Fire & Rescue Services Unit
OUTCOMES
PROVINCIAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SUMMIT
16-17 MARCH 2016
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Contents
ACRONYMS........................................................................................................................................................... III
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................ 4
2. AN EFFECTIVE INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM FOR THE GAUTENG CITY REGION.............................................. 5
3. THE PROVINCIAL SUMMIT (16-17 MARCH 2016) ............................................................................................ 7
3.1 Summit purpose.........................................................................................................................................................7
3.2 Summit participants...................................................................................................................................................7
3.3 Workshop presenters and speakers ..........................................................................................................................8
3.3 Presentations delivered at the Summit.....................................................................................................................9
3.4 Resolutions taken.......................................................................................................................................................9
3.5 The way forward......................................................................................................................................................11
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ACRONYMS
CERT - Community Emergency Response Teams
CoGTA - Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Gauteng)
CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
D: F&RS - Directorate: Fire & Rescue Services (Gauteng Province)
EDITH - Exit drills in the home
ESC - Essential Services Committee
EPWP - Expanded Public Works Programme
ESKOM - Electricity Supply Commission
GDP - Gross Domestic Product
FBSA - Fire Brigade Services Act No 99 of 1987
KZN - KwaZulu Natal
LRA - Labour Relations Act
NGO - Non-governmental Organization
PDMC - Provincial Disaster Management Centre
PIER - Public Information, Education and Relations
PIER WG - Public Information, Education and Relations Work Group
UNFPA - The United Nations Population Fund
WRDM - West Rand District Municipality
4. 1. INTRODUCTION
Today the majority of the globe’s inhabitants live in cities rather than in rural settings. Far from abating,
this trend is predicted to continue, and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) predicts the num-
ber of people living in cities will rise from 3.6 billion in 2011 to five billion in 2030. In addition, the UNFPA
estimates that almost all of the world’s population growth from 2010 to 2030 will take place in urban
areas, particularly in low-and middle-income nations. This increase is more than simple population
growth, but is mostly a result of migration.
The Gauteng City Region is a Global City and offers a variety of economic benefits, present cultural and
social connectivity to its inhabitants, and have centralized services and increased accessibility to these
services available to its citizens. The rapid rate at which the GCR is growing reflects its attractiveness.
Cities are attractive places because they provide opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. The
attractiveness is a result of ongoing globalization, a process of not just economic, but also cultural, social
and technical connection. This has increased the complexity of the Gauteng City Region, permitting
multiple, interdependent flows of a greater variety of goods, services, people, capital, information and
diseases”.
No matter its attractiveness, the GCR can be both the most dangerous or safest place to be when
disasters and emergencies strike. The very characteristics of urban life – such as population
concentrations, places of assembly, compact architectural structures, the variety of economic
opportunities as well as complex, interconnected infrastructure systems – present both challenges and
opportunities in terms of mitigating the impact of major incidents and disasters. Poorly built urban
environments on hazard-prone land, with unregulated construction and inadequate infrastructure, as
well as the low income of many urban communities, significantly increase the vulnerability of
communities. On the other hand, most urban environments offer considerable strengths in terms of
economic production and distribution, human resources, civil society and the availability of services,
which can all be used to significantly reduce disaster risk and vulnerability.
The Province’s most significant natural threats are seismic activities and floods whilst on the manmade
side Informal Settlement Fires, Transportation Accidents and Hazardous Material related emergencies
constitute the most destructive and disruptive of anticipated emergencies. Fire & Rescue Services are
in all the mentioned cases the workhorse public safety agency, i.e.: they are custodians of the majority
skilled workforce, response assets and experience to effectively deal with these events.
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All of Gauteng’s Fire & Rescue Services and other agencies see significant incident volumes, amongst
them the busiest services in the country. They attend to events ranging from complex industrial fires,
hazardous material emergencies and informal settlement fires to more routine dwelling and vegetation
fires as well as traffic accidents. The majority of these Services also render Pre-hospital Care
(Ambulance) Services on an agency basis for the Province which, considering the Province’s high rate of
motor vehicle accidents and incidents of crime, count amongst the busiest response units in the world.
The Gauteng Province consists of three metros (Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, and Tshwane), local
municipalities and District Councils, all co-existing alongside a provincial form of government. The
Gauteng Province is aiming to build Gauteng into a Globally Competitive City Region – hence the
Province is exploring options of how to optimally reconfigure the administrative structures of
government in order to give the Gauteng Region a competitive edge globally.
There are many linkages between the existing three metros in Gauteng, and between other areas of the
province and the metros. Thus, in many respects, a large portion of the province is inter-dependent and
constitutes a city region. Internationally, city regions are expanding in importance in the global economy,
in many cases superseding that of individual cities and even the nation state. While the economy of
these city regions expands (often rapidly) the legal and institutional structures of government often lag
behind and battle to adapt to the new economic climate and activities.
2. An effective Incident Command system for the Gauteng City Region
An effective Incident Management System (IMS) presents standardized organizational structure,
functions, processes, and terminology. An important component of the IMS is a standardized
organizational structure outlining the command and control chains. The standardized functions under
IMS are Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Finance & Administration. Standardized
processes allow all who respond to the same incident to formulate a unified plan to manage the incident.
The use of standardized IMS plain-language terminology reduces the risk of miscommunication among
the many responders.
The risk profile of the Gauteng City Region (GCR) necessitates the implementation of a single, province-
wide incident management system that is capable of ensuring the effective, coordinated response to
large-scale and complex incidents by the GCR’s various response organizations.
6. 6
The need for such a system was borne out of the experiences from several major informal settlement
and other fires over the last few years and months, and was reinforced by the recent train accident at
Booysens Station and several structural collapses, most recently the Grayston Bridge incident.
These incidents underscored the need for us to develop an improved attitude for dealing with incidents
in a well-coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach.
It is necessary to develop a GCR-specific ICS in order to respect and incorporate the unique structures
and relationships that exist within the GCR, while ensuring that the system would also be consistent with
other systems practiced in neighbouring, municipalities and provinces. Wide-scale stakeholder
implementation of the ICS in the GCR is the desired outcome. Even though there has previously been no
standardized province-wide system, there is recognition that many organizations have already been
using versions or aspects of ICS.
The ICS doctrine should be developed with the input of a wide cross-section of the emergency services,
private sectors and Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) stakeholders, who represent the views of
associations, service organizations, and the three levels of government. Everyone’s participation will
help to ensure that the doctrine addresses their organizational interests, and should lead to broad
stakeholder implementation, as organizations reference IMS in appropriate policies and plans.
Adopting the principles of ICS, and implementing them in a consistent manner, will contribute towards
more effective & efficient incident management, hence making the GCR safer and more disaster
resilient.
Managing a major response within the GCR – especially a complex, multi-disciplinary response – is one
of the most important challenges facing Fire & Rescue Services today. Effective coordination among
local, provincial, national responders as well as NGOs at the scene of a response is a key factor in
ensuring successful responses to major incidents.
An Incident Command System/Unified Command (ICS/UC) is an efficient on-site tool to manage all
emergency response incidents, and UC is a necessary tool for managing multi-jurisdictional responses to
oil spills or hazardous substance releases.
Understanding the concepts of ICS/UC is as important for local responders, who generally arrive on-
scene first and thus are most likely to implement the management system, as it is for state and federal
organizations that may be joining the ICS/UC.
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3. The Provincial Summit (16-17 March 2016)
3.1 Summit purpose
1. The primary purpose of the Summit is to gain an understanding of the various types of
Incident Management and Command approaches currently in use within the Gauteng City
Region.
2. The secondary purpose is to formulate the basis for the adoption of a common interoperable,
unified and compatible Incident Management and Command system for the GCR.
3. Each stakeholder organization was therefore kindly requested to delegate a responsible
person to present a slideshow presentation on the principles of their respective Incident
Management and Command Systems, highlighting the following:
a. Background;
b. Overview of the IMS
c. Successes and challenges experienced;
d. Training and development program to develop the system;
e. Plans for expansion of the IMS
3.2 Summit participants
a. Provincial Fire & Disaster Management Units
b. District, Metro and Local Fire & Disaster Management Units
c. Bombela Operating Company
d. Provincial EMS
e. SANRAL
f. PRASA
g. Off Road Rescue
Other participants who were invited, but were unable to attend are SAPS and SANRAL.
8. 3.3 Workshop presenters and speakers
SPEAKER ORGANIZATION DESIGNATION TOPIC
1. Dr BE Sithole Gauteng Provincial Disaster
Management Centre
Head: Provincial Disaster
Management Centre
GCR Concept
2. Ms L Ngubane Gauteng Provincial Disaster
Management Centre
Director: Provincial Disaster
Management Services
Incident Management – Disaster
Management Perspective
3. Mr RG Hendricks Gauteng Provincial Disaster
Management Centre
Director: Provincial Disaster
Management Services
Legal Framework for ICS in Gauteng
GCR
4. Mr C Masinge Lesedi Local Municipality Chief Fire Officer Case Study: Lesedi Incident
5. Mr A Mucavele City of Johannesburg EMS Deputy Director: Fire Services
Operations
Case Study: Booysens Train Accident
6. Mr K Malebana Provincial EMS Director: Operations EMS Incident Management
7. Mr H Luvalo Bombela Operating
Company
Executive: SHEQ Gautrain Project and Response Plan
overview and incident Case Study
8. Mr I Rimmer Gauteng Off Road Rescue Training Officer Incident management procedures and
incident case study
9. Mr C Jordaan West Rand District
Municipality Disaster
Management Centre
Coordinator: Disaster
Management Centre
Case Study: Key West Building
Collapse Incident
10.Mr Sean Links PRASA SHEQ Manager PRASA IMS System and incident case
Study
9. 3.3 Presentations delivered at the Summit
Day 1:
1. Dr BE Sithole – Gauteng City Region Concept
2. RG Hendricks – Overview of ICS within municipal Fire & Rescue Services
a) Historic Overview of ICS
b) Principles of ICS
c) Incident Command, Command Staff and General Staff
3. Ms Lindo Ngubane – IMS: Disaster Management Perspective
4. Mr Hubert Luvalo: Project Overview; Emergency Response procedures
5. Mr Kgati Malebana; EMS MIMMS
6. Mr Ivor Rimmer – Gauteng Off Road Rescue
Day 2:
1. Mr Hubert Luvalo – Case Study: Muckleneuk Train Incident
2. Mr Casper Jordaan – Case Study: Key West Building Collapse
3. Ms Dorcas Mokoena – Overview of PRASA Incident Command System
4. Mr Andries Mucavele – Case Study: Booysens Train Incidents
5. Mr Sean Links – Case Study: Denver Train Incident
6. Mr Clement Masinge: Case Study: Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve Fire
3.4 Resolutions taken
Incident Command Systems
1. Existing ICS amongst Fire Services are very similar; this makes switching to the unified ICS
amongst Fire Services much easier;
2. EMS, PRASA, Gautrain, SAPS and other have their own strong ICS systems which can be
accommodated under the Unified Command structure provided by ICS;
3. Mutually acceptable Incident Typing is required within the GCR;
4. A need exists for joint training ventures to educate each other on the various ICS plans.
5. Incident Command is what we do and forms a core part of our business;
6. A Unified Command System is required for integrated and coordinated management of multi-
agency response operations;
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7. A comprehensive guidance framework is also required to all agency responsibilities on ICS
with GCR;
Capacity Building
1. There is a need for Provincially Coordinated exercises to be held more regularly - Lack of
exposure can lead to risk aversion and decision inertia.
2. Training, training and more training – The experience gap must be bridged
3. The ‘professionalization’ of incident command – assertive, effective and safe incident
commanders.
The future of ICS
1. The operational arena remains dynamic and ever changing; there is a great need to gain
and maintain competence across a widening range of incidents.
2. The Provincial risk profile dictates that a coordinated approach is required to deal with the
complexity of incidents.
Command Systems
1. There is a need for more interagency discussions and/or multi-disciplinary exercises are
required;
2. Command establishment, identification, location and functioning are provided for;
3. Unified command is catered for through establishment of crisis teams placed within JOC,
forward control points, Control centers etc.
4. Chain of command and unity of command;
5. Incident typing are in place; although it differs across the various agency plans;
6. Makes provision for Action Plan, record keeping, activation, mobilization and demobilization
of resources;
7. Staging of Resources;
8. All risk approach
9. Command, support and general staff roles and responsibilities are in place
Challenges with ICS
1. On-scene coordination
2. Record management
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3. Stakeholder participation
4. Crowd control during incidents
5. Media Liaison
6. Slow escalation of incidents
7. Lack of Pre-planning
8. Mutual Aid agreements
9. Lack of Preparedness exercises
3.5 The way forward
It was resolved that continued engagement with stakeholders are required to:
1. Identify areas of interagency interface;
2. To improve support amongst stakeholders;
3. To ensure greater understanding of the Unified Command;
4. Desk top exercise within 4 weeks form last day of Summit to test the current level of
preparedness and to determine the gaps;
5. Compilation of Action Plan to deal with ICS and the roll-out of joint training plan.
Provincial Fire & Rescue Services Commitment
It was also resolved that the P: F&RS take the lead establishment of unified ICS:
1. A follow-up meeting will be coordinated by P: F&RS, hosted by PRASA;
2. The P: F&RS recognizes the need for ICS system to effectively manage all risks within the
GCR;
3. Roll-out of ICS within the GCR forms part of APP and Operational Plans for 2016/2017;
4. Also forms the basis of its Strategic Plan for 2014/2020;
5. Funding available for ICS training and simulation exercises;
6. Parallel process of improving resources and capacity building needs within Districts and LM –
first responder capabilities;