Are you prepared? Learn what you need to know about creating an emergency and disaster plan—or ensuring that your existing plan is current and inclusive of a range of possible situations. Join the Association of Science and Technology Centers, the Association of Children’s Museums, experts from the museum community, and relevant Federal agencies for this informational session about preparing your facility and staff for emergency situations.
Webinar presenters:
- Laura Huerta Migus, Deputy Director for Museum Services, Institute of Museum and Library Services
- Keni Sturgeon, Director, Strategic Initiatives, Association of Children’s Museums
- Frances Burg, Chief of Staff, Association of Science and Technology Centers
- Mike Jacabacci, Vice President, Museum Operations, Stepping Stones Museum for Children
- Ramon Davis, Planning Section Chief, Smithsonian Institution Office of Emergency Management
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Resources
- Webinar slide deck (PDF)
- American Alliance of Museums, Developing a Disaster Preparedness/Emergency Action Plan Primer (PDF)
- The Getty Conservation Institute, Building an Emergency Plan: A Guide for Museums and Other Cultural Institutions by Valerie Dorge and Sharon L. Jones (PDF)
- Federal Emergency Management Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Organizations Preparing for Emergency Needs: Preparedness Training for Community-based Organizations
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Ready.gov
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, Emergency Preparedness and Response
- U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Date:
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
2:00-3:00 pm ET
Price: Free