Preparedness and Training
Continuity of Operations (COOP) Program
- COOP information, resources and training
COOP includes the activities of individual departments and agencies and their sub compartments to ensure that their essential functions are performed in the event of an emergency.
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- NIMS information and resources
All federal, state, local, tribal, private sector and non-governmental personnel with a direct role in emergency management and response must be NIMS and Incident Command System trained. Information on implementing the systems can be found here.
National Preparedness Guidelines (PDF 563KB, TXT 121KB)
Training and Exercise
- Training and exercise resources
FEMA provides a variety of training and exercise resources applicable to emergency managers; Federal, state, and local governmental representatives; non governmental organizations; and the private sector.
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