General Information for Emergency Drill Planning – by M. Smith
“The best disaster is a well rehearsed one”
What is a drill?
A drill is a “run through” or a “practice of” something associated
with your Emergency Plan.
Why is it necessary to do a Drill?
1. Because it is a requirement
2. To test your plan - Because you are ready to see if your
plan or a part of your emergency plan is complete enough
3. To build the relationships you will use during a real disaster
4. Because each drill you do will help you down the road
5. To expose leaks, test perspectives and give confidence for
what to do
What is the goal of a disaster drill?
To have an emergency plan in order which ultimately leads to
sending kids and staff home in an organized or methodical way.
Preparedness Cycle
Evaluate and Assess Revise Plans
Exercise Train Coordinate and Equip
Building Block Approach to Select the Right Drill for your school
As you go down the list you increase the amt of planning/training and also
capability needed
1. Orientation Seminars–
Objectives:
Introduces new programs or plans
Reviews roles and responsibilities
Serves as a starting point for most other drills
**Will focus on internal coordination
Example - staff development training in the areas of crisis planning,
emergency response issues and prevention/intervention issues