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Safe School Plan ContinuedCrisis and Disaster: ResponseA crisis is the time to follow the crisis plan and make use of our preparations, to include thefollowing actions. Determine if a crisis is occurring. Identify the type of crisis that is occurring and determine the appropriate response. Activate the Incident Command System. Ascertain whether an evacuation, reverse evacuation, lockdown, or shelter-in-place needsto be implemented. Maintain communication among all relevant staff at officially designated locations. Establish what information needs to be communicated to staff, students, families, and thecommunity. Monitor how emergency first aid is being administered to the injured. Decide if more equipment and supplies are needed.Disaster Procedures: Routine and EmergencyA contingency plan for emergencies is contained in a handbook available to each staff memberand is attached an Appendix entitled Civil Defense and Disaster Plan. This handbook is reviewedby the administrator at the beginning of each school year. This plan also contains availableDistrict and outside agency resources for routine and emergency disaster procedures.45