Employees expect the organizations they work for to support them through any emergency. However, most don’t have the necessary information, processes, or communication tools to do so. In the event of an emergency, your organization and staff should ask: How will we support staff and keep them safe? How will we instantly communicate with our...
Recreation organizations that host youth programs know the importance of emergency and crisis plans to support participants and staff in unexpected situations. While we can’t predict when an accident or emergency is going to happen, taking steps to prepare in advance helps with incident prevention and mitigation. Recognize Dangers & Emergencies in Recreation As with...
The safety and wellbeing of your employees is your priority. The most effective way to maintain best practices across your organization is to ensure your staff are fully engaged, committed, and personally motivated. Here are ten ways to engage your employees in safety and personal preparedness. Create a health and safety committee These employees will...
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Youth recreation organizations know how important participant safety is while kids are enjoying camps, programs, and other recreational activities. Staff have plenty of processes in place to support safety efforts, from collecting critical participant information and staff training, to incident reporting and responding to emergencies. With that in mind, emergency plans for recreation organizations are...
ePACT supports a number of community groups across North America, including the District of Squamish, the Communities of Haida Gwaii, the Ride to Conquer Cancer, and Girl Guides of Canada. These organizations support large groups of residents and participants and enjoy a wide range of benefits in using ePACT’s secure, online network. Here are five...
We’ve said it many times before, that emergencies are considered emergencies because they’re unexpected, and with that comes the increased likelihood that, if/when one happens, you could be anywhere in your daily routine. Here are 7 ways to stay safe wherever you are: Have an emergency kit for every place and need: An emergency kit...
As the start of the new school year approaches, there are so many responsibilities for schools and staff, and as a result, it can often be easy to overlook emergency preparedness planning. As this is an important part of ensuring the safety and security of students in your care, here are four resources to help...
Guest post by Jane Garbutt. Summer is a surprisingly dangerous season for driving. In fact, August 2nd is the deadliest day of the year for car crashes, Bloomberg reports. It turns out sunny skies and an influx of vacationers on the road increases the risk of car accidents. The nice weather causes drivers to let their...
Youth sports are a great way for kids to learn team-building skills, make new friends, and stay active regularly. While they’re enjoying everything from soccer and football to hockey and ringette, coaches and team staff are focused on providing a safe environment for them to play in. That’s where developing emergency plans for youth sports...
